[workethics]

This may be a weird recommendation but the steam deck may be something to consider if your docks have a usb c connector.

It's nearly as powerful as my desktop, and I can't find any laptops/portaPCs with similar specs at that pricepoint.

[cylinder714]

I kinda think that the Steam Deck and the other new handheld gaming PCs are the new incarnation of the netbook. Powerful enough to be useful, with a usable screen, you just need a mouse and keyboard to do basic tasks. Plug in a monitor, you're all set.

[UI_at_80x24]

This is my intended use-case too.