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What is the cheapest laptop with a dedicated gpu i should save up for? (leminal.space)
submitted 9 months ago by GrumpyCat@leminal.space to c/linux_gaming@lemmy.world
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I already have a semi-gaming desktop but i need something more portable to go with on the go. Im wondering what the cheapest laptop for games and general use is, and where to find it at? I like amd because its usually cheaper or better than NVIDIA in some cases.

please also include the price. I would prefer to buy 2nd hand or refurbished to save on costs if i even do get the money for a better laptop.

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[–] reallyzen@lemmy.ml 1 points 9 months ago

Secondhand macbook pro with the M2 chip and as much memory / hdd available ; it is said to avoid 8g of ram, I went with 16.

Slap Asahi on it, the latest version plays games quite nicely - and since Asahi is dual-boot anyway, you can try the macos side if something fails.

(Currently Asahi doesn't support m3 or m4 chips. M2 machines should be available at bargain prices, mine new was €1500)