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Linux on ThinkPad X13s (www.lenovo.com)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by chrkl@lemmy.ml to c/linux@lemmy.ml
 

After Lenovo released the X13s with Snapdragon ARM CPU, I was wondering how the Linux experience might be so far. Did anyone give it a try already?

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Wow, I've completely missed that! Hopefully the bootloader can be freed from Microsoft's grasp

What is the battery life/performance compared to a X1 nano for example (similar size but x86)?

[–] Juujian@sopuli.xyz 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Just out of curiosity, what would you hope toget out of the arm CPU? More battery life or better performance for certain tasks?

[–] chrkl@lemmy.ml 12 points 1 year ago

Mostly looking for a good performance per watt ratio. I am interested in this one particularly because of the fanless design and low weight (Starting at 1.06kg / 2.35lbs).

[–] cygnus@lemmy.ca -1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

All I see is Windows 11 Home or Pro?

Edit: Oh I see, I thought you meant they would be purchased with Linux preinstalled.

[–] chrkl@lemmy.ml 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

My question was more about compatibility. Preinstalled Linux is not a must, but would love to know if there are any blockers (bootloader, drivers, etc.).

[–] cygnus@lemmy.ca 3 points 1 year ago

Gotcha. Different machine and price point, but I'm happy with my X1 Carbon. Battery live is 8-10 hours under light use with screen brightness turned up.