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ConatusPrinciple

Thinking of getting a cheap second hand Thinkpad for experimentation, travel and reading/writing on the couch. I need something with
a good battery that plays nice with Linux. But what should I get, any models to avoid? I’m planning to install a super light weight distro. #linux #thinkpad

28 March at 20:43 | Open on mastodon.social
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@balterwenjamin42

Thinkpad x220 is a great model.
14 inches. Lightweight.
I put 2 ssd disks and 16gb of memory in it.

If you need more performance, a very good model: the Thinkpad t480.
More powerful processor.
Two batteries provide good battery life.
@balterwenjamin42

Thinkpad x220 is a great model.
14 inches. Lightweight.
I put 2 ssd disks and 16gb of memory in it.
6 April at 13:48 | Open on devs.live
blitdev

@balterwenjamin42 I recommend avoiding buying the T44*, this misstep is just a silly experiment by Lenovo. By the way, what’s your budget?

6 April at 15:14 | Open on fe.disroot.org
ConatusPrinciple

@blitdev Oh I haven't decided on the budget yet, the plan was just to get something used I can mess around with, throw in the backpack, take wherever and it wouldn't be too bad if it broke. Between 200-300 USD?

6 April at 16:37 | Open on mastodon.social
blitdev

@balterwenjamin42 I also recommend buying a screen blanket to carry him in a backpack, otherwise with the high pressure on the lid there is a high risk of scratching the anti-reflective layer. It costs a couple of dollars on AliExpress (Link: https://sl.aliexpress.ru/p?key=3GU0OWO)

I bought mine without an SSD for ~260 dollars in Russia. The price depends a lot on the region, but from what I understand they are much cheaper in the US. If you plan to buy a used Intel-powered ThinkPad (f.e. T480), don’t forget to update the Thunderbolt controller firmware, or better yet, ask the seller to do so (it’s very important).

@balterwenjamin42 I also recommend buying a screen blanket to carry him in a backpack, otherwise with the high pressure on the lid there is a high risk of scratching the anti-reflective layer. It costs a couple of dollars on AliExpress (Link: https://sl.aliexpress.ru/p?key=3GU0OWO)

I bought mine without an SSD for ~260 dollars in Russia. The price depends a lot on the region, but from what I understand they are much cheaper in the US. If you plan to buy a used Intel-powered ThinkPad (f.e. T480),...

6 April at 16:55 | Open on fe.disroot.org
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