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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

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I'm thinking of buying a Lenovo Duet 3 for running linux. Which device would have better compatibility? (pawb.social)

submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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There's two models - the Duet 3 which comes with a Snapdragon 7c Gen 2 @ 2.55 GHz CPU, and the 3i which comes with a Intel Celeron N4020. I would rather use the Duet 3, due to the cover, and since I am already familiar with the feel of the device due to having owned a Surface Pro 4, but I'd like to choose whichever works best for running Linux.

Edit: Just for additional information I'll be using it as a note-taking tablet with xournal++, not for any heavy tasks

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[–] [email protected] 21 points 6 months ago (1 children)

I'll start this by saying I'm not familiar with either model, but as a general rule, always go x86 when you can. The Intel processor is going to be much better supported. You might get the snapdragon version to run, but it likely isn't supported by mainline Linux.

That being said, touch screen support on Linux is improving rapidly, but still isn't quite there. Make sure you're aware of the user experience before buying so you won't be disappointed.

Also, my unsolicited 2 cents, I would try to avoid buying lenovo. I've had the unfortunate responsibility of fixing a few of their products (an all-in-one and a few laptops, including a new thinkpad) and can confidently say their reliability, and repairability have greatly diminished. They use cheap parts and are in general, poorly designed.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Thanks so much for the input. I've read a few people got this to work so I know that it is possible.

[–] [email protected] 6 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Not sure your budget, but you might be interested in one of these https://us.starlabs.systems/pages/starlite

[–] [email protected] 2 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (1 children)

Wow looks nice. At least it's a far better price than a surface pro. Thanks for the option!

[–] [email protected] 2 points 6 months ago

And they support Linux out of the Box.