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System76 Lemur Pro

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System76 Lemur Pro is a 14-inch Linux ultrabook that launched in 2020 and picked up an 11th Gen Intel refresh in 2021. System76 built it for developers, sysadmins, and open-source users who wanted a light, all-metal laptop that ran Pop!_OS or another Linux distribution without compromise. There is no separate model number attached to it; System76 refers to it simply as the Lemur Pro, and on this page you tell configurations apart by processor generation instead. It has held its resale value well because System76 designs these machines to be repaired and upgraded, with socketed memory and swappable storage that keep the chassis useful long after the first owner moves on. Pick your processor and condition in the selector above for an instant cash offer, see how the process works, or sell your System76 laptop through Gadget Salvation if you have decided it is time to let this one go.

Confirm you have the Lemur Pro

The fastest way to check is inside Linux itself. In Pop!_OS, open Settings and go to About, where the hardware model appears next to the device name. You can also open a terminal and run sudo dmidecode -s system-product-name, which returns "Lemur Pro" along with a board revision. Either method confirms you have this laptop rather than another System76 model.

10th Gen configuration (2020)

  • Intel Core i5-10210U or Core i7-10510U
  • Intel UHD integrated graphics
  • Sold new through 2020 and into early 2021

11th Gen configuration (2021)

  • Intel Core i5-1135G7 or Core i7-1165G7
  • Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics
  • Sold new starting in 2021

Prefer a visual check? The bottom panel carries a printed "Lemur Pro" label and serial number, the lid is plain brushed aluminum with a small System76 logo and no vent cutouts, and the keyboard deck is finished in dark gray rather than the black used on System76's larger, discrete-GPU laptops.

Core hardware configurations

Processor

  • Intel Core i5, 10th Gen (i5-10210U)
  • Intel Core i7, 10th Gen (i7-10510U)
  • Intel Core i5, 11th Gen (i5-1135G7)
  • Intel Core i7, 11th Gen (i7-1165G7)

Graphics

  • Intel UHD integrated graphics on 10th Gen units
  • Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics on 11th Gen units
  • No discrete GPU on any Lemur Pro configuration

Memory

  • Installed in standard, socketed slots rather than soldered to the board
  • User-upgradable after purchase
  • A higher factory memory tier moves the resale value more than the processor choice does

Storage

  • NVMe M.2 solid-state storage
  • Slot-based and swappable, not soldered
  • A larger factory storage tier is the single biggest lever on resale value

Display & audio

14-inch matte 1080p display, non-touch, chosen to cut glare under office lighting rather than for color-critical work.

Stereo speakers built into the chassis, tuned for voice calls and everyday listening rather than bass-heavy media.

Backlit keyboard on every configuration, with an optional fingerprint reader built into the power button.

Ports & connectivity

The Lemur Pro keeps a full set of physical ports despite its thin chassis, which is part of why it still appeals to buyers moving away from dongle-dependent ultrabooks.

Wired
  • USB-C (data and video output)
  • Two USB-A 3.0 ports
  • HDMI
  • microSD card reader
  • Headphone/microphone combo jack
Wireless
  • Wi-Fi 6
  • Bluetooth

Wi-Fi 6BluetoothUSB-CHDMImicroSD readerBacklit keyboardOpen Firmware

Battery, build & more

Large-capacity battery, marketed by System76 for long unplugged sessions of writing, coding, and browsing rather than gaming or rendering.

Compact aluminum chassis in a dark gray finish, built to stay light for daily commuting.

Ships with Pop!_OS pre-installed, System76's own Ubuntu-based Linux distribution, though it could also be ordered with no OS.

Uses System76 Open Firmware, a coreboot-based replacement for traditional BIOS, on units that included it.

Positioned as a premium-tier Linux-first ultrabook, a niche with a small but loyal resale market among developers and open-source users.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number or exact configuration?
The Lemur Pro has no separate model number, so the processor generation is what defines your configuration. In Pop!_OS, open Settings → About and check the hardware model line, or open a terminal and run sudo dmidecode -s system-product-name to confirm you have a Lemur Pro rather than a Galago Pro or Oryx Pro. To see the exact CPU and installed RAM, check Settings → About again, or run lscpu and free -h from a terminal. If Windows or another OS was installed later, check Device Manager or System Information instead.
02 How do I tell it apart from the Oryx Pro?
Check the screen size and the vents. The Oryx Pro ships in 15 or 17-inch sizes with a discrete NVIDIA GPU, which means a wider chassis and visible exhaust vents along the sides and rear for cooling that extra hardware. The Lemur Pro is a 14-inch, integrated-graphics-only machine with a slimmer profile and no dedicated GPU vent. The bottom label also states the model name directly, which settles it if the chassis size alone is not obvious to you.
03 Can I sell it with damage, a weak battery, or a locked account?
Yes, a cracked screen, weak battery, or a unit that will not turn on can still be sold, and the condition picker above adjusts the quote for it. Before shipping, remove any disk encryption passphrase or login password on the Linux installation, since a technician needs to access the drive to test and erase it. If a previous owner installed Windows and linked a Microsoft account, sign out and remove the device from that account first. A laptop that will not power on at all is still worth submitting for a quote.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
Storage capacity and overall condition matter more than processor generation here. A higher factory storage tier, followed by more installed RAM, moves the quote further than the jump from a 10th Gen to an 11th Gen chip. A clean screen with no dead pixels, a battery that still holds a real charge, an intact keyboard, and the original charging brick all help. Including the recovery media or any documentation that came with it is a small extra plus, though it will not change the offer much on its own.
05 How do I erase it and get paid?
Back up anything you want to keep, then restart the laptop and press Esc repeatedly at the System76 boot logo to reach the boot menu. Select the recovery partition and choose the clean install option, which wipes the drive and reinstalls Pop!_OS fresh, removing your files, user accounts, and any disk encryption key. If you set a firmware password in System76 Open Firmware, clear it before shipping. If the machine runs Windows instead, use Settings → System → Recovery → Reset this PC and remove it from your Microsoft account. Full steps are on our data erasure protocols page. Shipping is free and insured, and payment goes out by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check once the laptop has been tested.