Hey everyone! I've been a Windows user for 23 years and I'm considering dual booting Linux with Windows 11. I'm not completely lost, as I've dabbled with Ubuntu a bit in the past, but I'd like to keep Secure Boot active since I play games like Battlefield 6 that require it. I'm also aware that GTA Online's anti-cheat might not work well with Linux, so I want to make sure I choose a distro that supports Secure Boot. I use my computer for work (web development, office tasks), as well as gaming (both single-player and multiplayer). Here are my PC specs:
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 7600X
- MB: Gigabyte B650 Gaming X AX V2
- RAM: 32GB DDR5 6000MT/s
- GPU: AMD RX9070 XT
Any suggestions on suitable Linux distributions? Thanks in advance!
5 Answers
CachyOS and Bazzite are both decent options, but you may need to put in some effort for CachyOS to get Secure Boot working smoothly. Bazzite especially is more geared towards gamers, so that could be an exciting avenue for you.
I'd recommend trying Ultramarine Linux; many users find it convenient and user-friendly. It’s a blend of the benefits from Mint and Fedora, making it a popular pick right now.
Ubuntu and its variants like Kubuntu are solid choices for Secure Boot support. Fedora and its flavors also have native Secure Boot support that's worth checking out.
Most mainstream distros support Secure Boot, but the setup varies. For instance, I've had success with Arch by following detailed steps on their wiki. Just keep in mind, ease of installation and support for Secure Boot can differ from distro to distro.
You might find Zorin OS appealing since it's designed for ex-Windows users and works seamlessly with Secure Boot enabled. It can make the transition to Linux much easier.
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