Darter Pro

$1,499.00

Find elation with crisp, detailed built-in audio and higher screen real estate. Up to 8TB storage and 96GB RAM. Up to a 16-core Intel Core Ultra CPU.

Features:

Incredible speakers 8-hour battery
3.5lbs or 4.25 lbs 14" or 16" 16:10 display
Silver aluminum

 

Great for

  • portable performance
  • developers
  • light gaming with Intel® Arc™ graphics
Operating System:
Pop!_OS 22.04 LTS
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Firmware:
System76 Open Firmware (coreboot, EDK2, System76 Firmware Apps)
System76 Open Source Embedded Controller Firmware
Processor:
Intel® Core Ultra 5-225H:
Up to 4.9 GHz, 18MB Cache, 14 Cores (4P, 8E, 2LPE)
Intel® Core Ultra 7-255H:
Up to 5.1 GHz, 24MB Cache, 16 Cores (6P, 8E, 2LPE)
Display:
14" FHD+ (1920x1200) 16:10, Wide View Angle, Matte Finish
16" FHD+ (1920x1200) 16:10, Wide View Angle, Matte Finish
Graphics:
Intel® Core Ultra 5 - Intel® Arc™ 130T |
Intel® Core Ultra 7 - Intel® Arc™ 140T
Memory:
Up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5 @ 5600 MHz
Storage:
2x M.2 PCIe Gen 4 SSD, Up to 8 TB total
Expansion:
1 × Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type-C)
1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
MicroSD Card Reader
Input:
Multitouch Clickpad
Backlit Chiclet US QWERTY 83-key (14") or 102-key (16") Keyboard
Networking:
Gigabit Ethernet
WiFi 7 & Bluetooth 5.4
Video Ports:
HDMI
Thunderbolt 4 (Type C) w/ DisplayPort
Audio:
Stereo Speakers
1× Headphone/Microphone Combo
Camera:
1.0M 720p HD Webcam
Security:
Disabled ME
Kensington® Lock
Battery:
Li-Ion - 73 Wh
Charger:
90 Watts, AC-in 100~240V, 50~60Hz, DC-out 19V, 4.74A
USB Type-C Charging Compatible
Dimensions:
14" - 12.48" × 9.25" × 0.71" (31.7 × 23.5 × 1.8cm)
16" - 14.10″ × 10.18″ × 0.71″ (35.8 × 25.86 × 1.8cm)
Weight:
14" - 3.5 lbs (1.59kg)
16" - 4.25 lbs (1.93 kg)
Model:
darp11 - Technical Documentation
Link to previous gen tech doc. Updated version in progress
$1,499.00
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1-Year Warranty

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30-Day Returns

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Lifetime Support

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Take Back Your Right to Repair

Keep your laptop running at peak performance with the freedom to repair and upgrade whenever you need, extending its life and value.

Infinite Customization

Tailor your laptop to your preferences with System76 Open Firmware that boosts performance, optimizes security, and reduces startup time.

Computers Engineered to Excel

Software, hardware, and firmware created together for peak performance and convenience. Dive into a computer built upon over a decade of feedback by people like you.

Built-In Security You Can Trust

Protect your data and privacy with a disabled Intel Management Engine alongside robust security features like encryption on setup — giving you peace of mind every time you open your laptop.

Darter Pro with Pop!_OS wallpaper

Unleash your potential on Pop!_OS

Do what you do best — with an open source OS that stays out of your way. Pop!_OS is engineered to keep you innovating as quickly as possible while collecting *zero* user data. Customize to your needs, keep focus intact, organize effortlessly, and spend time on what really matters.

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Frequently Asked questions

Can it dual-boot?

Yes! System76 Open Firmware uses Coreboot, a secure, open source BIOS replacement that manages dual-booting. System76 laptops are optimized for Pop!_OS and Ubuntu, and can run a variety of Linux distributions as well as Microsoft Windows.

Can I swap parts myself?

Yes! Upgrading your System76 laptop is straightforward. We provide lifetime support alongside detailed guides found in the tech specs to help you upgrade components like RAM, storage, and more.

What if I need help?

Our support team comes highly rated, and for good reason. For the lifetime of your product, you'll have direct access to our in-house experts who are trained in fast, effective solutions.

Why buy from System76?

System76 offers a first-class Linux experience backed by a unique blend of repairability, open source software, customization, and privacy-focused features, plus US-based engineering and support.

Do you recycle e-waste?

Yes! We send sheet metal, chassis parts, wiring, faulty components, and more to be recycled. You can even send your System76 product back to us for recycling, free of charge. The Dwarven smiths of the Rocky Mountains will be happy to forge with such fine material.