Hey there! I'm new to Linux and currently using Nobara on my main PC and Fedora on my laptop, both with KDE. Before making that choice, I tried out several Gnome options like Ubuntu, Pop!_OS, and Nobara, but I faced various issues like graphics and audio driver problems, which made me lean towards KDE. I really enjoy the aesthetics of Gnome, though, and I'm wondering if there are any Gnome distros that actually work well right out of the box. Or was it just me not handling them correctly? I'd appreciate any tips or recommendations you have. Thanks!
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Debian 13 is a stable choice too. It's known for its reliability, and many find it works well with Gnome.
Manjaro Gnome is another great option if you're looking for something that's easy to use but still gives you a lot of power under the hood.
You might want to check out Bluefin, which is an immutable Fedora version with automatic updates and all the necessary drivers plus codecs included. If you're into gaming, Bazzite is another option from the same Universal Blue family and is optimized for gaming. Otherwise, for general use, Bluefin is solid!
I mean, I love Mint with MATE, but that's not Gnome. Still, it’s worth considering if you like that style too!
You should definitely give PikaOS a try! Their Gnome Edition is pretty user-friendly and has a good reputation among new users.
Hey, just a heads up—MATE is actually a fork of Gnome 2, so it's kind of a different experience!