I recently faced a frustrating situation where my Microsoft account got hacked, and I was locked out of my laptop after a factory reset. This incident has pushed me to consider switching to Linux for my Lenovo Legion 5 Pro. I'm concerned, though, about whether I would experience any performance issues since my laptop has an RTX 4070, an i7-14650HX processor, and 32GB of RAM, which I primarily use for data science tasks.
Another concern I have is the potential loss of Lenovo-specific software features, like battery longevity settings that limit my battery charge to 80%, and options for customizing keyboard lighting. What should I keep in mind when making this switch from Windows to Linux on a laptop, as opposed to a desktop?
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Honestly, you shouldn't worry too much about a performance hit when moving to Linux. Windows tends to be a bit bloated with unnecessary resources running. I've been using Linux Mint for cyber security simulations, and my i7 with 64GB of RAM runs like a dream. You'll likely notice your components perform better!
That's good to hear! I guess my main concern is the power modes I currently rely on, like battery saver. I use my laptop for school, so I switch between settings. I know Linux is great for performance, but what about battery life?
I've got a Legion 5 Pro and I'm running Fedora on it. It was super simple to set up PyTorch with CUDA, and the keyboard lights work perfectly. So, if you're considering Linux, don't stress too much about those features.
Before you make the switch, make sure that the software you rely on supports Linux. For distros, I recommend options like Ubuntu, Linux Mint, or Pop OS if you need a smooth experience. Also, checking out ProtonDB can help if you play games.
Right! That was my concern, too. While Linux is optimal for performance, it's wise to check how apps manage power settings to ensure your battery longevity remains strong.