I'm looking for some guidance on choosing the right Linux distribution for my office laptop. I have an Intel i3 11th gen processor with Intel UHD Graphics 620 and 12GB of RAM. I need a Linux OS that's well-optimized and can efficiently run various applications, especially games, coding tools, and internet browsers. I want something that doesn't come bogged down with bloatware, and I'm open to learning terminal commands if needed.
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Honestly, any Linux distro could work for you, but it really depends on whether you want something that works right out of the box or something to tinker with. If you plan to have a lot of apps and browser tabs open at once, look for one that prioritizes performance.
Check out some tools for gaming compatibility on Linux like ProtonDB to see how your games are likely to perform. For distro testing, you can use Distrosea to try out options before installing. For bootable USBs, Ventoy is a solid choice!
Many people say that performance is quite similar across most distros. Sure, a minimal install of Arch might be faster, but once you add essential applications and a desktop environment, you’re looking at similar performance overall. The key is really how you manage your installed apps!
Right? I think you might want to go with distros like Pop OS or MX Linux for that extra performance with gaming and multitasking!