New laptop needed. recommendations please

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Hi,
it is time to find replacement for my trusty and handy acer TM8371G. the screen died and even if fixing will not be very expensive, it a grandpa laptop now. I am asking for recommendations of machines matching a few requirements.

  • full linux compatible (of course ) (open, not like xps bounded to only the one “proper” version of OS)
  • mat screen
  • 13.3" or 14" in small body factor
  • full ( or almost full) size keys
  • proper classic CPU ( no SOCs) , ryzen preferable
  • do not need a power beast, office, internet, entertainment, occasional gaming
  • more budget friendly than less ( +/- £500)
    thanks in advance for suggestions. the nest is full lists with system76 and xps but nothing budget friendly :frowning:
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Hi @lukas0,

these type of requests for hardware recommendations are not supported on this forum as quickly being outdated and therefore useless after very short time. Rather use a search engine of your choice and then you could check your selection here:

If you avoid Nvidia graphics and exotic brands there is a good chance it’s working out of the box even if for very new processors it could take a while until being fully supported.

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As per forum rules:

Product Recommendation Requests

Threads seeking advice about computer product recommendations are discouraged.

  • Such topics, like the technology they discuss, quickly become obsolete and are unlikely to provide any lasting benefit to the wider community.
  • You are expected to be able to do your own research and draw your own conclusions about which product best suits your individual requirements.
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The Manjaro team has a partnership with a few hardware vendors. Have a look here:

https://manjaro.org/hardware/

cc @Wollie @Aragorn

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