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The big problem with newer AMD ThinkPads from what I've heard is use of some second-rate (mostly Realtek) components in places, which in comparison to those use
by kitsunesoba 4y ago
The big problem with newer AMD ThinkPads from what I've heard is use of some second-rate (mostly Realtek) components in places, which in comparison to those used on Intel models don't perform as well and are more likely to cause trouble under Linux.
- gmokki 4y agoI just swapped the realtek wifi of my P14s amd gen 2 with Intel ax210. Cost was around 10€. I think since around one year ago upstream kernels do support the realtek wifi card properly.
- ho_schi 4y agoActually they use four different. You can swap them yourself (15 - 20 EUR): * Qualcomm (Atheros) -> GOOD (or even best?) * Intel -> GOOD * Realtek -> It works okay for average users * MediaTek -> Bad or lack of reputation The X13 is currently shipped with Qualcomm. Older T14 seem to use mostly Intel. On a P14 Lenovo we got a MediaTek (no reliable after Resume from Suspend) replaced by Realtek. I would be happy if AMD and Qualcomm team up together again. The questionable ARM-Deal with Microsoft also didn't worked out well for Qualcomm.