Purism Librem 11
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Display: 11.5 inches, 2560×1600
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Chipset: Intel Jasper Lake
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RAM: 8GB
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OS: PureOS
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Battery:
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Released Date: 12-9-2023
Specifications
Reviews
General
| Device Type | Other Tablet |
| Model | Librem 11 |
| Released | September, 2023 |
| Status | Available |
Design
| Dimensions | 264 x 172 x 6 mm |
| Weight | 560 g |
| Colors | Black |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | AMOLED |
| Size | 11.5 inches |
| Resolution | 2560×1600 |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | 274 ppi |
| Features | Multitouch digitizer |
Platform
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | PureOS |
Hardware
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Intel Jasper Lake |
| CPU | Intel N5100, Quad Core up to 2.8GHz |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Intel UHD Graphics |
| RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 8 GB LPDDR4 |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 1 TB NVMe |
| Memory Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | Yes |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Accelerometer |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
Battery
| Battery Life | 10 hours |
| Charging | USB-C |
Camera
| Rear Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. | 5MP, auto or manual focus |
| Front Camera | 2MP fixed focus, 1280×720 |
| Camera Features | Auto/manual focus for rear camera |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| USB | 2 x USB Type-C 3.1 ports |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. |
Reviews
Purism, maker of Linux-based laptops and smartphones, has announced its first tablet this week.
The Librem 11 packs decent specs like a quad-core Intel processor and high-resolution screen into a $999 price point. This slate stands out by running Purism’s own privacy-focused Linux distro PureOS out of the box.
It also ships with a bundle of accessories like a keyboard and stylus.
Intriguing Specs with Some Caveats
On paper, the Librem 11 looks competitive to premium tablets from Apple and Microsoft. It sports an 11.5-inch OLED screen with a sharp 2560×1600 resolution. Powering the device is a capable Intel N5100 quad-core chip up to 2.8GHz, plus a healthy 8GB of RAM and 1TB solid-state drive. This hardware enables solid performance for everyday tasks.
The tablet also packs nice extras many competitors lack, like multiple USB-C ports, a microSD card reader, fingerprint login, WiFi 6, and Bluetooth 5.0.However, hands-on testing will show if the Librem 11’s specs translate into smooth real-world speed. Past Purism laptops have suffered slowdowns.
Upgradability is also limited since the RAM cannot be expanded. And app selection lags behind platforms like iPadOS, an ongoing issue facing Linux-based mobile devices.
Focus on Security and Privacy
PureOS, Purism’s Debian-based Linux distribution, powers the tablet out of the box focused on privacy and security. The OS runs free, open source software with frequent updates.
PureOS also enables full user control over data and hardware access permissions preferred by privacy-minded consumers.
On the hardware side, Purism says the Librem 11 utilizes their secure PureBoot system. This neutralizes components like Intel’s Management Engine that could expose backdoors. Extra protection comes from the included Librem Key and tamper-evident boot software.
Bundled Keyboard, Stylus and Software
Setting the Librem 11 apart from other premium tablets is its bundled accessories. It ships standard with a keyboard case allowing laptop-style functionality. An active stylus pen capable of tilting and 4,096 pressure levels also comes included.
For software, customers gain access to Purism’s encrypted chat app PureChat and other secure communication tools.
Shipping and Past Execution Issues
Purism’s Librem 11 marks an encouraging foray into Linux-based tablets. If the company delivers on performance and ships units punctually, it will validate Purism's vision advancing privacy-focused mobile devices.
However, Purism does carry reputational damage from the botched Librem 5 smartphone launch plagued by lengthy delays. This tablet’s $999 cost also looks steep compared to Windows alternatives when factoring bundled keyboards.
Still, the Librem 11’s standout privacy pitch could drive demand if the product lives up to its potential. We will keep an eye on early reviews and user reports as Purism’s newest device reaches customers’ hands.
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