Why do these Laptops all ship with underpowered ARM A53 cores?
If there was such a Laptop with a 17 inch display,
3 SATA Ports 1-2 SD Slots and a modern Intel processor it would be an option.
Maybe even a slot for an optional dedicated GPU.
Such a processor would be acceptable for a device like the Pyra.
But even there I'd like to see some BIG cores, not only "little" ones.
It's nice to have complete open hardware, but the argument "it will last long" does not count for me.
This thing does not have any advantage.
The GPD/IMX devices are small.
Thy Pyra is smaller and has better Keyboard and other stuff.
My Laptop is big and has power.
The MNT does not look ergonomic and it's not pretty slim.
Why make everything custom if one can use a nano-ITX board, design a case and wire everything via USB/HDMI.
And for battery leave some room for a USB/DC Powerbank with 20000 or 50000 mah.
That way any part is user replaceable and contains parts available anywhere.
The SOC can be anything from Pentium to i7.
If it gets outdated simply replace the standard nano-ITX board.
Battery breaks? Buy any DC Powerbank you like that fits.
I've built a similar system already, but not for a CPU.
It works fine. And it's way cheaper than 1000-1500$
The only downside is, that it does not look as professional as "real" laptops.
But if you want something that lasts forever, then that's the way to go.
At least that's my opinion.
I'm happy to discuss this with you.
I know some will be offended but that's how discussions work
