Everyone I get to try a real ThinkPad loves them and can't imagine how they operated before. The new ones even come in white so you can look cool.
Personally I like the X250 (12”). The newer models get a bit hot. The X1 is often enjoyed. I'm also good with the T4x0s which are slim but have even better keyboards.
Unfortunately you're forced into choosing between the models which force tradeoffs as far as screen resolution, heat, keyboard off-centre (15" models have a numpad which unbalances things). Lenovo refuses to allow you to get a no compromises model.
Linux suppose is good, though I'd suggest Windows as host OS then run everything in a VM. Less hassle with drivers that way.
Other competitors are worse than Lenovo. I find MacBooks unergonomic with horrible heat issues. Asus makes cute stuff but feels sorta cheap. No one seems to ship great keyboards.
Personally I like the X250 (12”). The newer models get a bit hot. The X1 is often enjoyed. I'm also good with the T4x0s which are slim but have even better keyboards.
Unfortunately you're forced into choosing between the models which force tradeoffs as far as screen resolution, heat, keyboard off-centre (15" models have a numpad which unbalances things). Lenovo refuses to allow you to get a no compromises model.
Linux suppose is good, though I'd suggest Windows as host OS then run everything in a VM. Less hassle with drivers that way.
Other competitors are worse than Lenovo. I find MacBooks unergonomic with horrible heat issues. Asus makes cute stuff but feels sorta cheap. No one seems to ship great keyboards.