Ok Fediverse, hit me up at your nerdiest:

@Em0nM4stodon Pretty "vanilla":

OS: Debian GNU/Linux 12 (bookworm) x86_64
Host: HP EliteDesk 800 G5 Desktop Mini SBKPF
Shell: zsh 5.9
Resolution: 3840x2160
DE: GNOME 43.9
WM: Mutter
WM Theme: Adwaita
Theme: Adwaita [GTK2/3]
Icons: Adwaita [GTK2/3]
Terminal: gnome-terminal
CPU: Intel i5-9500T (6) @ 3.700GHz
GPU: Intel CoffeeLake-S GT2 [UHD Graphics 630]
Memory: 6799MiB / 31432MiB
Disk: Sandisk Corp WD Black SN770 NVMe SSD (1TB)

(I also don't know how to markdown, apparently)

@Em0nM4stodon any old hardware with a dgpu at 4+GB of ram and Bazzite. You'll be able to emulate and play stuff the steam deck can and just have a hassle free time. I want moar but I know it's possible to have fun with very little

@Em0nM4stodon It's not super fancy, but it's decently fast, stable and does what I need it to as a daily driver. (Also didn't cost a ton, since I bought it used and upgraded the disk/ram)

@Em0nM4stodon KolibriOS, because it is a lightweight heavy champion:) It floats like a butterfly & stings like a bee. xD

@Em0nM4stodon #pandering

@Em0nM4stodon

My favorite Linux setup is a small board, programmed with a Busybox script to compile the minimalist features I need. Minimal hardware and minimal software usually lasts many years when safely tucked away within a secure box and battery backup. It's all about reliability and security.

@Em0nM4stodon@infosec.exchange Beelink SER5 Pro, with Debian 13. upgraded to 62 GB RAM and 4 TB nvme.
https://dasnetzundich.de/neuer-server-daheim/

@Em0nM4stodon does it need to have no screen? Because I still haven't gotten over how awesome GPD MicroPC 2 is for the price. It's certainly very mini.

And, well, arch btw, ofc.

@Em0nM4stodon lenovo thinkcenter m910 and Debian. Perfect homelab combo.

The thinkcenter uses a notebook i5 that runs at 4-15 Wats on average and 35 watts when it uses 100% CPU (like Immich classification).

There exists a ton of spare parts and extensions for them. Easy to open and tinker with. And there are many refurbished ones available at around 100€.

@Em0nM4stodon Mine indeed

Linux Mint + HP pro Mini 400 G9

Why ?

Its price : second hand used mini PC -> 250 euros
Linux mint : using it for years without errors (failed update only once)

2 x 27" screens ( Hmdi + display port)

I have added a 4TO SSD, and it fulfills all my needs.

@lars 62 GB RAM?!?!?!

@Em0nM4stodon MeLE Quieter 4C running Void Linux. Everything works and it’s actually very performant for a “low end” system.

@Em0nM4stodon@infosec.exchange It's a PineBook - not Pro, but the original - but the one with the high res 1920x1080 screen. It's small, runs forever on batteries, can stay charged from any USB port, and it runs #NetBSD awesomely.

@Em0nM4stodon

I have a self-built PC running CachyOS with i3 + XLibre. It's a content creation PC that I share with my producer.