I'm really tired of Windows right now. I've experienced constant crashes with Windows Explorer, and my computer has even blue-screened a few times. I was initially considering switching to SteamOS, but I'm ready to make a move sooner. I have no interest in Windows 11, especially with its annoying ads.
Here are my specs:
- CPU: Ryzen 7 5800x
- GPU: RTX 3080
- RAM: 32 GB
I plan to install one of the Linux distributions on my D: drive while keeping Windows on C:. I enjoy gaming and plan to do some YouTube work. Additionally, I dabble in productivity tasks like video editing and drawing (I use Sony Vegas and Clip Studio Paint). I really need to know if these programs will work, particularly the drivers for my drawing tablet. I'm also wondering if my files will transfer over seamlessly. I'd love any advice, but I don't want to bombard you all with too many questions at once.
4 Answers
Hey! Sounds like a solid plan to switch. Given your hardware setup, I'd recommend trying Bazzite with the KDE desktop. It's user-friendly and handles games well. As for your software, you might want to explore open-source alternatives like Krita for drawing and Kdenlive for video editing. They're pretty good and should serve you well! Starting with a dual boot is a smart choice; it lets you transition smoothly back to Windows when needed.
I stick with Mint for my daily driver. It’s reliable for gaming too; I’ve had minor hiccups with some games from Epic and GOG, but nothing too major. Just a different experience, really.
Honestly, I’d just go Bazzite! It’s great and really tailored for gaming and productivity tasks. Plus, the community support is fantastic.
Both distributions have their own strengths. I usually use Linux Mint for general tasks and game on it without major issues, but I have a separate laptop with Bazzite for heavier gaming. I love using Krita for art and Kdenlive for video editing on both. Just make sure to back up your files before diving in!
That’s probably what I’ll do—keep my creative work in Windows for now and handle everything else on Linux.