I'm planning to dual boot Windows 11 and Linux, but I'm not sure which Linux distribution to choose. I primarily game on my PC, and I need to keep Windows around for a few games that use kernel anti-cheat systems. I have an RX 3060 Ti and would like to run some light multitasking, like having Discord, Spotify, and a web browser open while gaming. I'm pretty new to Linux, so I'm looking for something that's beginner-friendly. I came across Bazzite, but I'm hesitant as it seems more geared towards consoles or Steam OS.
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Most distros will work fine for gaming, but if you're looking for something user-friendly, I'd recommend going with an Ubuntu-based distro like Mint or ZorinOS. You likely won't notice much difference in performance compared to those special "gaming" distros like Cachy, plus you'll have a stable system without the risk of an update breaking everything. Also, Mint has been great for gaming—I've been using it for a couple of years now without any issues.
CachyOS is a solid choice and pretty beginner-friendly, especially if gaming is your focus. Just keep in mind that it’s better to choose the GNOME or KDE desktop environment rather than Hyprland, as it can be less stable.
I use Xubuntu since 2014 and recommend installing Windows and Linux on separate SSDs or HDDs to avoid issues with Windows updates messing with the bootloader.
I suggest going for a Debian-based distro like Ubuntu, Kubuntu, or Mint. They're generally more stable than many Arch-based systems which can be a bit tricky if you're not experienced yet.
I've been using Linux Mint (version 22.2 with Cinnamon) for about a month, and it's been fantastic. I can run all my games smoothly while multitasking. It's really straightforward for someone new to Linux.
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