Hey everyone! I'm new to the world of Linux and have already switched distros a few times in the last three weeks. I'm currently using a GPD Win Mini with 64GB of RAM. I started with Bazzite, but it felt too restrictive for me. Then I tried Nobara based on some recommendations, but I've been advised to go for a more standard distro since I'm not using the gaming mode.
My main focus is gaming (around 70%) and studying mobile app development (about 30%). I prefer GNOME, but it's not a deal breaker for me. I've heard some concerns about sleep mode issues with Fedora-based distros, and I'm not really keen on troubleshooting kernel problems.
I'm looking for some suggestions for a distro that would work well for my needs without needing to compile my own. Any recommendations?
5 Answers
Have you checked out EndeavourOS? It’s based on Arch, so there’s a ton of available software, plus it’s pretty user-friendly.
You're just at the beginning of your Linux journey, so feel free to experiment! There's no rush to find the 'perfect' distro right away. If you're open to suggestions, consider Debian, OpenSUSE, Manjaro, or even sticking with Mint. Also, if you're curious about Arch, you can try it using the Arch Install method, which simplifies the process a lot.
Linux Mint might be a solid choice for you! It's known for its stability and user-friendliness, especially for newcomers. I've been using it for years, and I always return to Mint because of its ease of customization and excellent gaming support. My games run smoothly, and it feels friendly for those coming from Windows too.
If gaming is a priority, you might want to try Pop!_OS, especially the NVIDIA version if your GPU supports it. It's often underrated for gaming, and it works great for virtualization, which will help with your app development needs as well. Just a heads up, Fedora can be a bit tricky with sleep mode on some systems, so that might be an issue.
A fun approach could be to grab some used SATA SSDs, along with a SATA-to-USB connector. You can install different distros on each SSD. While browsing online is helpful, actually installing and using them will show you how well they work with your machine.
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