Slimbook has announced the launch of the KDE Slimbook VIIMarking a significant milestone: the seventh generation of a fruitful collaboration that has now lasted eight years, uniting specialized hardware and top-tier open-source software. What began as a pioneering initiative to offer a laptop optimized for the KDE Plasma desktop environment has now become an essential project that strengthens the position of open source in the global technology market, offering a true leap forward for the Linux community.
An Alliance Serving the Linux Community
From the first model, the objective has been clear: to provide the user with a machine that combines speed, modernity and sustainability. 100% ready to enjoy KDE Plasma From the very first boot. This seventh edition is the culmination of that journey, reflecting a remarkable evolution in every component. The KDE Slimbook VII not only features a more robust design and a smoother display, but also represents the biggest leap in performance since this strategic partnership began.
The project has succeeded in creating one of the most complete and balanced Linux laptops currently available, designed for both the advanced user looking for reliability and for developers and content creators who demand power.
Power and Design: The Heart of the KDE Slimbook VII
The new model integrates a combination of specifications that guarantee exceptional performance:
- Next Generation Processor: It features the powerful AMD Ryzen AI 9 365, equipped with 10 cores and 20 threads. Its architecture is future-proof thanks to the integrated NPU (Neural Processing Unit), optimized for artificial intelligence tasks, ensuring efficiency in modern applications.
- Top GraphicsThe integrated AMD Radeonâ„¢ 880M provides excellent graphics performance, ideal for creative tasks, high productivity, and even light gaming, ensuring a smooth visual experience.
- High-Level Screen: It offers a 16-inch screen with WQXGA (2560×1600) resolution and an ultra-smooth 165Hz refresh rate. With 100% sRGB color accuracy and a 16:10 aspect ratio, it provides ample vertical space, highly valued in development and design environments.
- Premium ConstructionThe chassis is made of high-quality aluminum in the distinctive Excalibur Blue color, combining lightness with durability for constant professional use.
- Maximum Configuration CapacityIt allows for massive expansion, supporting up to 128 GB of DDR5 memory and up to 8 TB of NVMe 4.0 storage, ensuring that the hardware adapts to the most demanding needs.
In addition, it has essential features such as dual fans, dedicated keys for changing power modes (saving, balanced or performance), fast charging via 100W USB-C Power Delivery, and modern connectivity (WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, HDMI).
Launch and Community Campaign
To celebrate this important launch, and Coinciding with the Black Friday season, the KDE Slimbook VII is being offered with an initial discount of €70, placing your Starting price €1.029, an opportunity for those who wish to upgrade their equipment or make the leap to the most advanced edition to date.
The commemoration extends to the community with a social media campaign under the hashtag #KDEslimbookUsers are invited to share photos of their previous KDE Slimbook models or their KDE Plasma desktops, showcasing the project's longevity and impact over the years. As a thank you for the community's support, Slimbook will raffle 10 merchandising packs which include XXL mousepads, t-shirts, USB drives and more, reinforcing the idea that this laptop is, above all, a machine created by and for the Linux community.
With the KDE Slimbook VII, Slimbook and KDE are not just launching a hardware product, but reaffirming their commitment to excellence in the free software ecosystem…