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Fourth generation Intel i5 laptop from around 2013 is still kicking hard provided enough Ram (8Go or 16Go depending on your needs) and a SSD. Not "usable (but
by cassepipe 4y ago
Fourth generation Intel i5 laptop from around 2013 is still kicking hard provided enough Ram (8Go or 16Go depending on your needs) and a SSD.
Not "usable (but read the fine print)". Comfortable to use (running Linux at least).
IMac G5 from 2004 on the contrary?
Too heavy, too hot, two slow (single thread cpu doesn't cut it)
Late 2007 Intel core 2 duo? RAM maxes out at 4Go but surprisingly usable. Not comfortable but usable.
That should give you an idea of where to set your expectations. I do recommend buying second hand but I wouldn't go under 2012 for a daily driver personally, for peace of mind.