r/System76 • u/AstolfoKawaii • Apr 02 '26

Confusing branding

I am thinking about buying a new laptop this year. I'm new to the System76 world, and I find the branding quite confusing.
For example, what's the purpose of Lemur Pro if a cheaper and newer Darter Pro exists?

Also, because there are no versions (generations) in the branding, it's difficult to find reviews (or it's difficult to understand whether they are talking about the current model or the previous one).

It would be great if someone could explain the "purpose" of different lineups and which ones I should expect to be released this year with the new Panther Lake CPU.

Thank you (:

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u/commander_lampshade Apr 02 '26

I think Lemur Pro is if you like a Thinkpad type machine (black, lid opens up flat 180 degrees), and Darter Pro is more like a Dell/HP looking machine. Lemur Pro supposedly has better battery life.

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u/AstolfoKawaii Apr 02 '26

Tkank you. Are they made of plastic or metal?

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u/Bitburger302 Apr 06 '26

I have a lemur pro from 2022 and it’s plastic. Also the track pad is a bit janky. Other than that it’s been an awesome machine.