Lenovo ThinkBook 13s laptop i7-8565U 16GB 2TB Linux Mint

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s ultrabook for Linux

The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is a 13.0 inch ultrabook built for professionals who prefer Linux Mint out of the box. It runs on an Intel Core i7-8565U processor with four cores reaching 4.6 GHz and includes 16GB of memory. A 2TB NVMe drive provides substantial internal storage for large project files and applications. The gray aluminum chassis weighs 2.9 lbs and houses a 1920 x 1080 FHD IPS display.

Display and connectivity limits on this model

The 13 inch screen delivers 1920 x 1080 resolution without touch input and opens to 180 degrees for flat collaboration. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles the internal panel and external video through the USB Type-C port which supports audio and video output. Wireless connectivity relies on Bluetooth 4.1 for peripherals. The non-touch IPS panel offers wide viewing angles but lacks pen or finger interaction.

Straightforward setup with a few hardware caveats

Linux Mint arrives pre-installed so the system boots directly to a configured desktop without license keys or driver hunting. The discrete TPM and physical webcam cover are active immediately for encryption and privacy. Memory and storage are not user-accessible so upgrades cannot be performed after purchase. The UltraNav touchpad and backlit keyboard require no extra configuration but the 25,000-cycle hinge is the only field-serviceable mechanical part.