I've been using Linux Mint Cinnamon for a little over a year and generally really like it, but recently my AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT has been causing black screens while the system is loading. I tried using an older kernel, but that didn't solve the problem. I'm mainly using the computer for gaming and work, with a little CAD, and I prefer something that works well out of the box. I also like the Cinnamon desktop and would ideally keep a similar interface. Are Fedora, Bazzite, Kubuntu, Zorin, or another distro worth trying?
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Fedora is probably worth trying here. It generally ships newer kernels and graphics components than Mint, which may help with a newer AMD card. If you want a gaming-focused setup, Bazzite is another option with a lot of gaming support already configured.
For an easy, general-purpose desktop, Zorin has worked reliably for some people who have had trouble with other distributions. Kubuntu is also worth considering if you are open to KDE, especially for a mix of gaming and productivity, but it will feel different from Cinnamon.
Before switching, keep in mind this may be specific to the 6800 XT rather than Mint itself. A recent AMD kernel or Mesa regression could affect several distributions, so checking the exact driver and graphics stack versions would be useful. Trying a current Fedora-based live USB is a good way to compare without immediately reinstalling.
If Cinnamon is the main thing you want to preserve, look for another distribution that offers Cinnamon instead of changing to a completely different desktop. Fedora or a similar current distribution can still provide a familiar workflow, while newer packages may be better for gaming and newer hardware.
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