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?

  • imoldgreeegOP
    3·
    2 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·
      2 months ago

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

      • imoldgreeegOP
        2·
        2 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·
          2 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.