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How Would You Spec a Framework 13 for an Educational Use Case? (lemmy.world)
submitted 4 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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Currently looking at a DIY AMD 7640U, 1x16GB RAM, 250GB storage, 1 USB-C, 2 USB-A, 1 HDMI.

My use case will mostly entail note taking in class. I've got a built PC at home.

But I'm not a hardware guy, would I be better served w/ different CPU or RAM set up in your opinions? I've mostly picked bottom tier specs but is there anything in your opinions that is worth splurging on, all things considered?

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Linux or Windows?

As for your questions:

  • this CPU will be fine for years for absolutely everything except AAA gaming.
  • On Linux, 16Gbs of RAM is fine. As other said, prefer 2x8Gb instead of a single 16Gb.
  • 250Gb of storage is very cramped by modern standards. I would go at least 512Gb. Buy your SSD from elsewhere, it's much cheaper.
  • maybe grab an extra USB-C in case you need to plug an external drive while charging your PC.
[–] [email protected] 4 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Thanks, probably Windows just for the sake of not worrying about being the one guy trying to figure out how to make a specific software work mid-class on Linux.

I'll definitely make sure to shop around for that SSD. I'm a brief look I've found at least a 500GB model for the same FW is billing for 250 GB.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 4 months ago

You can run Windows in a VM or try wine.