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System76 Thelio Computer is Open Source, Linux-Powered, and Made in the USA (betanews.com)
System76 is ready to share specifics about its new computer. From a report: There are three models from which to choose, and all three can apparently be configured with with Intel or AMD processors. This is refreshing news, as historically, System76 machines were an Intel-only affair. AMD has been more friendly to the Linux community over recent years, so I am happy to see System76 giving that option too.
1. Thelio (Up to 32GB RAM, 24TB storage) treks through tasks with ease despite its compact footprint.
2. Thelio Major (Up to 128GB RAM, 46TB storage) boasts stellar performance, allowing maximum configurability with up to 4 GPUs to tackle the most astronomical projects.
3. Thelio Massive (Up to 768GB of ECC Memory, 86TB storage) is the epitome of performance among workstations, offering maximum throughput and accuracy for demanding computational workloads.
Pricing starts at $1099.99, but that will obviously increase based on the specs you choose. Keep in mind, however, the computer will not ship until December. Full specs in the story above. In a statement, the company said, "Thelio Systems are designed to be easily expandable, making personalizing the computer a tantalizingly easy process. Slip in drives, add memory, and upgrade graphics cards at will. Additionally, the open hardware design that Thelio is built upon allows the user to easily learn how their computer works and make modifications using this information. Customization is simple to ensure that the computer encompasses people's needs, as well as their personality."
1. Thelio (Up to 32GB RAM, 24TB storage) treks through tasks with ease despite its compact footprint.
2. Thelio Major (Up to 128GB RAM, 46TB storage) boasts stellar performance, allowing maximum configurability with up to 4 GPUs to tackle the most astronomical projects.
3. Thelio Massive (Up to 768GB of ECC Memory, 86TB storage) is the epitome of performance among workstations, offering maximum throughput and accuracy for demanding computational workloads.
Pricing starts at $1099.99, but that will obviously increase based on the specs you choose. Keep in mind, however, the computer will not ship until December. Full specs in the story above. In a statement, the company said, "Thelio Systems are designed to be easily expandable, making personalizing the computer a tantalizingly easy process. Slip in drives, add memory, and upgrade graphics cards at will. Additionally, the open hardware design that Thelio is built upon allows the user to easily learn how their computer works and make modifications using this information. Customization is simple to ensure that the computer encompasses people's needs, as well as their personality."
My laptop is an an Oryx Pro and I like it...
However your argument of matching systems isn't really a good one.
There are so many other factors that you need to account for that affect the price, some features you strongly care about others that you really don't.
For me I was concerned about the following (in this order):
1. Updated CPU
2. 32 gigs of Ram
3. Good Video Card
4. NVMe Storage
5. Strong Linux Compatibility
6. 15" or larger display
7. Modern Looking and relatively thin.
I in essence wanted a mobile workstation. (Heck I would had been happy if I could find a monitor, keyboard, trackback) with a wire that can hook up to a desktop.
You may want a smaller lighter laptop, you may need better battery life, a better keyboard, OLED display.... These things would take the Orix Pro out of the comparison and perhaps the XenBook Pro, or a Dell. For cheaper.
My Wife doesn't like my Oryx Pro (Too big, too loud, especially when I give it a workout), but she loves her Lenovo Yoga. Which costs over thousand dollars less. but is small, light, and does what she wants to do.
System 76 Makes a good competitive product. But it may not be for everyone
If something is so important that you feel the need to post it on the internet... It probably isn't that important.
I'm still amused that people think "Born in the USA" is a patriotic song, when it's really about the hypocrisy of patriotism, and how the blue collar class got screwed by having to fight Vietnam.