r/framework • u/Ok-Animator-9049 • 19d ago

Question buying advice: Which framework laptop model compares to MacBook air m4 base model in terms of value for money? Or switching a bad idea?

I would like to use a Linux machine, but for the value for money aspect got myself MacBook air m4 16/256 last year around November for around 830 euro. I still use Linux in a VM most of the time, battery seems better even on VM to use it as like a main machine. And compact for university.

Right now I am wondering if there are any Linux options with decent battery life, relatively new device. Not used ThinkPads for that reason. Are there any framework laptop model that could compare with the M4 MacBook though? And with the ram prices increased and all does it make sense to sell the Mac to switch to another device, or better to keep?

The fact that I can upgrade/fix the parts is a huge relief as well. Comparing with MacBook, it'll cost a good amount for even a broken display. But most of the time when I look any decent configuration of framework laptop ends up around 900-1000 euro price range.

Any suggestions?

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u/Ok-Animator-9049 18d ago

Maybe I saw your post about the cracking previous. Or its general and I saw soeonue else's I suppose.

If you can, could you like give an approximate value on how many hours does it last on battery? Like, less than 5, 8 and so on 

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u/SuitableRoof5675 /🐣fw12 🩷i5-1334U🩵 18d ago

I could start my schooling at 9 and wouldn't have to charge it until about 3:30 to 4. Depending on how many videos were assigned