My 2018 MacBook is “nearing” end of life. Screen went black (prolly loose connection) a few weeks ago, battery is dead, and case is a “bit” swollen (prolly battery).

I’m shopping for a replacement … but to run Linux for the “first” time. I’m taking the plunge. Suggestions?  

 system76 lemur laptop has thermal management issues. Not sure the rest of their machines.