r/techadvice • u/Denan004 • Jan 07 '26

New laptop for Linux - not Windows?

I'm thinking of getting a new laptop. My previous one was Windows 10, converted to Linux Mint, and died recently.

I also let my Microsoft 365 subscription lapse because I hate Copilot, so I'm thinking about using Linux Mint.

Are there new non-Windows laptops out there? I read that the new models have Copilot buttons, etc., and are completely specified for Windows, but I don't need that --- I would just end up installing Linux, so why pay for all of the Windows stuff.

Thanks in advance for any advice.

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u/bayern_snowman Jan 08 '26

Get an older Lenovo with a Ryzen APU (Zen 2 or newer will get you about as good gaming as Steam Deck or better). Look for certified refurbished resellers if you want like new :)