The Best Linux Laptops (2026): System76, Framework, and More

But once upon a time, getting Linux working meant jumping through all sorts of hoops and dealing with frustrating experiences trying to get everything to work on hardware designed for Windows or macOS. Thankfully, those days are mostly behind us. I’ve installed Linux on every laptop I’ve tested since 2020. Almost all of them worked great, but some were easier to get running than others.

Beyond supporting older hardware, Linux offers other user benefits, like greater control over operating systems…