Mo' Computers Mo' Problems 💻

I'm looking to scale back how many devices I use. Currently I have a 2015 Macbook Air, which has slowed down considerably, and doesn't have enough RAM to keep up with running local servers, Sketch/Figma, VSCode, Chrome and Firefox open at once.

My solution to that has been running Linux on an old laptop which is basically a brick with no battery life (so a desktop replacement). It's been annoying to split my time between the two, since it feels like a waste of two machines that could be used by everyday users.

To that effect, I'd like to give away or sell my current computers and replace it with a new one that fits the right criteria.

I'm a React developer who's messing with backend stuff in Python, plus I do some light design work.

Here's what I'm looking for in my next workstation:

• Runs OSX or Linux (which basically means any computer works)
• HD Screen (Retina or 1080p)
• Good quality touchpad for design work
• 16gb of RAM
• Decent battery life
• 256GB SSD or better
• i7 processor
• Portable

Some options I was looking at:

• Dell XPS 15
• Macbook Pro 15
• The new Macbook Air
• LG Gram

What's your workstation like? ❓

If you've tried any of the above, what do you like/dislike about them?

Let's chat in the comments below! 👇