12/17/2024 DENVER — System76, the leading provider of Linux laptops, has released the next generation Pangolin laptop. Known for providing good graphics quality in a lightweight laptop, the AMD-powered Pangolin has been upgraded with a 2K display, 16:10 screen ratio, 120Hz refresh rate, and an all-aluminum body that feels pristine in your hands.

At first glance, the new body instantly alleviates concerns about flex. The metal feels rigid under pressure, yet smooth to the touch. Pictures alone won’t convey just how good it feels to hold the Pangolin; but they will convey its sleek, debonair aesthetic.

Opening the laptop exposes you to the new 16:10 screen ratio, taking the 16” Pangolin to 1600p at 2K resolution. With a vibrant 100% sRGB color rating, integrated Radeon graphics and a 120Hz refresh rate, the Pangolin is a marvel to hold and behold.

Here are the main specs:

• AMD Ryzen™ 8945HS CPU (8 cores, 16 threads)
• AMD Radeon™ 780M integrated graphics
• Up to 96GB DDR5 RAM
• Up to 16TB NVMe storage
• 16” 16:10 2K display (120Hz)
• Up to 6 hours battery life
• Privacy killswitch for camera
• USB-C charging
  

Whether kicking butt or kicking back, the Pangolin is a great all-around laptop with a beautiful display and premium build quality. While its pristine build makes for a great everyday laptop, the AMD-powered Pangolin also specializes in graphic design and content creation workflows, plus some relaxed gaming.

Lastly, privacy buffs will appreciate the Pangolin’s privacy switch, a hardware switch that blocks power to the camera. This feature provides an extra layer of security on top of Pop!_OS’s encryption on setup, which ensures that only the user holds the key to their computer.

The new 16” Pangolin is now available, and starts at $1299. Check out System76’s Holiday Sale for deals off a wide variety of laptops, desktops, and keyboards.

About System76

Since 2005, System76 is on a mission to provide premium hardware for Linux users and liberate the computer until it’s completely open source. Engineering laptops, desktops, servers, keyboards, and Pop!_OS, as well as endeavoring to manufacture in the US, System76 is a staunch advocate for open source and the user’s right to repair.