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VALIDATED LINUX SYSTEMS

Don’t waste time being your own I.T. department! Step up to the convenience, performance, and reliability of Kubuntu Focus systems. We extensively validate updates of kernels, GPU drivers, desktops, and core apps on all models so your system works reliably for years after your purchase.

checkboxKernels & Devices   checkboxDesktop & Apps   checkGPU & AI Drivers

CONVENIENCE • PERFORMANCE • RELIABILITY

VALIDATED SYSTEMS

Save time and hassle every day with hardware optimizations, validated updates, curated apps, Focus Tools, HOWTOs designed for your system, and unmatched Linux-first support.

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Next-Level Systems

All models use compatible, quality components and are user serviceable.

Welcome Wizard

The Welcome Wizard helps configure features you want.

Hints Widget

The 11-page Hints Widget is customized for your model.

System Rollback

Use System Rollback to snapshot and restore.
(New dashboard expected December 2024)

Focus Tools

Save time and effort with Kubuntu Focus Tools.

FocusRx

FocusRx finds and fixes common system issues.

SYSTEM MATRIX

SUPPORTED MODELS

Model are validated for a minimum of 3 years after the last sale. This includes all updates for the OS (e.g. 22.04 to 24.04), and kernel updates. We also test all major graphics drivers updates, and major desktop updates. Click on a model name below to see the specification page.

Detail
Year
Model
Name
Kernel
6.5/6.8
iGPU
i915
dGPU
Nvidia 535
Desktop
Plasma 5.27
Apps
Curated
Tested
Thru
2024i9-14900HX
M2 GEN 5
TBD 2028
2024Ir16 GEN 2TBD 2028
2024Ir14 GEN 2TBD 2028
2023i9-13900HX
M2 GEN 5
MAY 2027
2023Ir14 GEN 1APR 2027
2023NX GEN 2TBD 2028
2023XE GEN 2MAR 2026
2022M2 GEN 4MAR 2026
2022NX GEN 1OCT 2026
2021M2 GEN 3MAR 2025
2021M2 GEN 2DEC 2024
2021XE GEN 1JAN 2026
2020M2  GEN 1DEC 2024
2020M1 GEN 1DEC 2024

The last planned validation date is shown in the Tested Thru column. This is a minimum of 3 years past the last sale date for a model. We support and validate only OSes per the Canonical support schedule. For example, we will validate Kubuntu 22.04 LTS through April 2025 and Kubuntu 24.04 LTS through April 2027.

JUST-WORKS BLISS

When the upstream proposes changes to the Kernel, Desktop, or Video Drivers, the Focus Team validates them on your hardware. Models are tested for a minimum of 3 years after last sale. If an issue is found, we work with KDE, Kubuntu, Ubuntu, Linux Kernel, and other teams to help fix it. We also pin "known-good-version" packages until the issue is resolved so you don’t see it.

The Focus Team performs validation testing in good faith to deliver better and more reliable software; however, this cannot change the Terms of Use of any software package. Please see the Terms and Conditions page to locate the terms for each package.

checkboxKernels & Devices

The Focus Team runs extensive automated and manual tests when the upstream proposes any kernel update. We test many external and internal devices, connectors, and usage scenarios.

  • Full System Stress Test
  • Hardware Configuration Subsystem
  • Power Management Subsystem

  • CPU Benchmark Performance
  • GPU Graphics Performance
  • GPU AI, ML Performance
  • Disk Performance
  • Wi-Fi Performance
  • Ethernet Performance
  • Application Performance (Steam Game)

  • GPU AI, CUDA, and ML Support Libraries
  • GPU Graphics Compatbility with Steam and Proton
  • GPU Switching

  • 3 or 4 Simultaneous Displays
  • Audio over Analog, Bluetooth, and HDMI
  • Hot-Plugging Displays and Peripherals
  • Onboard Display Performance and Brightness Controls
  • Onboard Keyboard LEDs
  • Onboard Webcam and Mic
  • Suspend and Resume with Peripherals
  • Touchpad Performance and Controls

  • USB External Microphone
  • USB External SD Card Reader
  • USB External Webcam
  • USB, Wireless Keyboards, Mice
  • Wi-Fi and Wired Network Performance

checkboxDesktop & Apps

The Focus Team runs extensive automated and manual tests when the upstream proposes major update to KDE Plasma or Frameworks.

  • Activities and Virtual Desktops
  • All Core Desktop Themes
  • CPU Benchmark Performance
  • Desktop Help Links
  • Extra Tests for JetBrains, Insync, Dropbox, Steam
  • Extra Tests for KeePassXC, BackInTime
  • Extra Tests for Zoom, Slack, Skype, IntelliJ

  • Icon Placement
  • Input Gestures
  • Keyboard Shortcuts
  • Kubuntu Focus Tools
  • Laptop Hot Keys
  • Launch and Basics for All Curated Apps
  • Power Management Subsystem
  • Hints Widget Content
  • System Tray Operations
  • Wallpapers
  • Welcome Wizard

checkboxGPU & ML Drivers

The Focus Team runs extensive automated and manual tests when the upstream proposes a major update to GPU drivers. We also coordinate the integration of CUDA, ML, and AI libraries with the official Ubuntu GPU drivers.

  • Accommodations for eGPUs
  • GPU AI, CUDA, and ML Support Libraries
  • GPU AI, ML Test Suite Installation
  • GPU AI, ML Test Suite Performance
  • GPU Graphics Compatbility with Steam and Proton
  • GPU Graphics Performance
  • GPU Switching

* Validation support extends for a minimum of 3 years after the last date of sale for each model.

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 5-DAY TURNAROUND: Unless otherwise noted, all units are in-stock for timely holiday builds, and are typically shipped within 3-5 business days. All RAM, NVMe drives, and SSD drives are name-brand leaders renowned for reliability and high performance. These components are firmware-upgraded, stress-tested, and warrantied for your system.

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