My old xps13 is old in the tooth and the new ones have some things I don’t like. So I am after recommendations. My preferences

  • Linux (Ubuntu/Debian friendly). Happy to wipe and install and will check compatibility beforehand but if anyone has a Linux daily driver they love let me know
  • good CPU and decent RAM (32gb would be nice)
  • Lightweight - smaller preferred (currently on a 13" and happy)
  • Touchscreen would be nice
  • Usb-c
  • Decent battery life

I have access to other machines for heavy GPU stuff that’s not as important as CPU and RAM.

Uses:

  • Programming/terminal use
  • Reading docs and papers
  • Watching movies etc
  • No gaming

That’s my wishlist. What do you suggest, Aussie tech friends?

  • maniacalmanicmaniaEnglish
    2·
    3 months ago

    Good luck. I’d been keen to get a Framework just for something different but I’m also shy of trying new things which is why I’ve stuck with Dells. Also the extended warranty with next day on site support has come in handy a few times. Dunno if Framework offers anything like that.

    • imoldgreeegOP
      3·
      3 months ago

      Yeah I have been looking at the framework but I saw a few reviews a little while ago that turned me off it. Should have another look

      • Ilandar
        2·
        3 months ago

        What was it from those reviews that turned you off the Framework?

        • imoldgreeegOP
          2·
          3 months ago

          Not a fan of the touchbar. Don’t need a windows co-pilot dedicated key instead of a right-alt key. I think there were a couple more things but to be honest this just got my back up. I haven’t seen reviews of how those things adapt to Linux users.

          • maniacalmanicmaniaEnglish
            3·
            3 months ago

            I am so out of the loop. Screw that touchbar. I can see why you’d want something else. I’m kinda shocked they did that. I guess they know their own market more than me though.