Linux PCs are often a do-it-yourself (DIY) venture. However, many vendors are starting to provide pre-built Linux laptops and desktops. System76’s Galago Pro and Dell’s XPS 13 Developer Edition remain top picks among the bevy of Linux laptops on the market. Learn about both System76 Galago Pro and Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition in this head-to-head comparison! Why Buy a Linux Laptop? While you can purchase a Linux laptop, it’s simple to create your own with any of the countless Linux distributions (distros) freely available. So why buy instead of build?