Hardware overview
These are the main devices I actually use.
Main Desktop PC
Build / System
Custom PC (2022) - Dual boot: Arch Linux (modified Zen kernel) + debloated Windows 11.
CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600
GPU
XFX Speedster SWFT309 AMD Radeon RX 6700
RAM
Kingston Fury Beast 16 GB DDR4 3200 MHz (RGB)
Storage
Western Digital Blue SN570 NVMe PCle 3.0 1 TB
Motherboard
ASUS TUF B550-Plus
PSU
SilentiumPC Vero M3 (600W)
CPU Cooler
SilentiumPC Fera 5
Case
SilentiumPC Signum SG1V EVO TG ARGB
Why I use it
This is my main workstation for daily use, development, gaming, browsing, media, and heavier tasks.
What matters most
Quiet operation, more than enough power for everyday use, and a clean software setup that I can keep tuned without wasting time.
Laptop
Model / Year
MacBook Air 11" (Mid 2013) - Arch Linux with LTS kernel and Sway/KDE Plasma desktop.
CPU
Intel Core i5-4250U (1.3 GHz, Turbo up to 2.6 GHz)
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 5000
RAM
8 GB LPDDR3 1600 MHz
Storage
256 GB PCIe SSD
Display
11.6", 1366x768 (TN PANEL)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0
Why I keep it
It is a great portable machine for lighter work, writing, watching videos, and testing a different Linux desktop workflow.
Software setup
I run it with a focus on battery life, simplicity, and a lean desktop experience that still feels usable.
Planned upgrade
MacBook Air 13" M5, 10-core GPU, 24 GB RAM, Sky Blue.
Phone
Model / System
Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G - Android (HyperOS) - I am planning to root it (probably Evolution X or Xiaomi.eu).
Display
6.67" AMOLED, 120 Hz, FHD+ (2400x1080)
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm)
RAM
6 GB LPDDR4X
Storage
128 GB UFS 2.2 + microSD slot
Battery
5000 mAh, 67 W turbo charging
Main Camera
108 MP + 8 MP ultrawide + 2 MP macro
Connectivity
5G, NFC, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, USB-C
Daily use
This is my main phone for messaging, browsing, photography, light gaming, and general everyday use.
What I want to change
I am interested in rooting it eventually so I can customize the system and get more control over the device.