I have loved Linux for a couple decades. It was a difficult decision to migrate to the M1. Linux is so much more responsive and pliable. However Asus encouraged me. After owning three of their laptops in the past 18 months that began to fall apart anywhere from 3-12 months-I was done.
Unfortunately most 5/6900hs laptops are not flagship quality. Typically they are lower-mid range gaming units.
This is my first mac. The build quality is exceptional. I will just say I was expecting a better experience from an OS built by a trillion dollar company.