15,6" RECOIL III GTX vs VORTEX IX

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nicola88

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Hello everyone, I need to replace my laptop used mostly for work (software development) and occasionally for gaming. These are the approximate specs:

- CPU: Intel Core i7-9750H
- GPU: nVidia GTX 1660 Ti
- RAM: 32GB
- SSD: 512 GB / 1 TB NVME
- Display: 15" IPS FullHD (60Hz o 144Hz)
- OS: Ubuntu

I narrowed the choice to the Recoil III GTX or Vortex IX and I am interested to know if you have experience with any of these laptops, with a particular emphasis on Linux compatibility (function keys, RGB backlight regulation, fans control, ...), and if you have any advice or recommended component (SSD, RAM, ...). Thank you.
 
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Oussebon

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For Linux you might want to read people's experiences here: https://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/forums/forums/linux.32/

Also there is a collection of links in the sticky post in that sub forum.

The Recoil is a decent laptop and a bit lighter than the Vortex. The Vortex has gsync, a 144hz screen, and is probably more expensive.

So it depends a bit if weight is critical, and if you want to spend extra for gsync for gaming.
 
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nicola88

Member
Thank you, weight is definitely not critical (my current laptop is ~2,7kg).

I'm an occasional gamer, so I am going with the 144Hz display (available also for Recoil), gsync is definitely an interesting bonus.
 
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nicola88

Member
Thank you all, at the end I ordered the Recoil III GTX with the 144Hz display and WD Black SN750 500GB SSD.

I plan to install Fedora 30 on it and will let you know if I encounter any issue.
 
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