Looking to switch to a ThinkPad from a Librem14 Suggestions welcome

[Confused]

@roamingshadow

have narrowed it down to a few models: T430, X230, or P51.

Do you consider Lenovo ThinkPad W530?
Really wonder not suggesting. Do not own w530 - only interested.
My $0.02

Pro:

@Sven

I am super excited about this machine :

• Ivy Bridge (allows full ME removal )
• quad-core up to i7-3940XM 8M Cache, up to 3.90 GHz
• 32 GB memory with quad core !!!

Con:

• Concern with older 3rd gen CPUs (e.g. microcode, no fix vulns)

@KarlinQubes

Initialization of the dGPU is necessary in order to use an external monitor whether through the in-build VGA or mini-DisplayPort or via the dock.

@Insurgo

Note: k2000m k1000m board model needs to be chosen carefully