I've been experimenting with various Linux distros on my Acer Extensa 215-52 laptop. Here are my specs: Intel Core i5-1035G1 Processor, 8GB DDR4 RAM, a 1TB HDD, and a 120GB SSD where I've installed Linux. Despite trying distributions like Ubuntu, Fedora (both Gnome and KDE), Linux Mint, and Kubuntu, my boot time averages around 25 seconds. I'm currently using KDE Neon, and my recent boot analysis shows a total boot time of about 21 seconds, broken down as follows: firmware (3.936s), loader (5.024s), kernel (3.224s), and userspace (8.909s). Windows can boot in around 15 seconds and I'm curious if there are ways to optimize my Linux boot time to be as fast or faster without losing any features? I've done fresh installs, and the boot time remains the same. I've also run the `blame` command to check service load times, with NetworkManager and a few other services taking up considerable time. Any tips?
3 Answers
Remember that Windows uses a hybrid shutdown method that allows it to boot faster, but it can be inconsistent. While Linux boot times can generally be a bit longer, 25 seconds is quite normal. Focus on optimizing services that you don't really need at startup, and you might see improvements!
Your boot time isn't too shabby considering the specs, but you can try checking your startup applications and disabling anything that isn't necessary. If you're using Linux Mint, there's a thread that suggests optimizations specifically for it. Here’s the link to check out: https://forums.linuxmint.com/viewtopic.php?t=282437
One straightforward tip is to ensure you're using an SSD, which you are! But check if it's a high-quality M.2 SSD that your motherboard supports. Having a faster SSD can significantly reduce boot times.
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