Hey folks! I'm looking to switch to Linux since Windows 10 is nearing its end of support. I've tried Linux before using Solus Mate, but I faced several issues, and my college pushed me towards Windows due to some proprietary software I had to use. After about 2.5 years with Windows, I'm ready to jump back into Linux.
My main activities are gaming, browsing, and coding, and I want to keep enjoying gaming while being productive on Linux. I'm okay with dual-booting like I did before.
Here are my laptop specs:
- Processor: Ryzen 5 4600H with Radeon graphics
- RAM: 16GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti
- Storage: 512GB SSD (primary) + 1TB SSD (secondary)
If anyone here has an HP Omen or similar setup, could you share which Linux distributions you've been using and how they're working for you? I've tried some distros like Solus, Endeavor OS, Mint, and Parrot in virtual machines, but need some fresh suggestions. Thanks!
5 Answers
Yeah, be prepared for the Nvidia driver situation! They can be tricky. Transferring files between Windows and Linux shouldn't be too hard either. I used my external hard drive as a shared space last time, but you might find better ways to do it once you're set up.
You can’t go wrong with any of them, honestly. Mint has become my favorite due to its user-friendly GUI. On my similar spec'd machine, it felt like I swapped in a brand-new engine!
Pop!_OS and Ubuntu are solid choices. They handle gaming and general use well, especially on your hardware.
Bazzite could be a great option for you! I wouldn't recommend using Parrot OS as a daily driver—it's more suited for specialized use. Give Bazzite a shot!
I'd suggest daily using Ubuntu. It supports coding nicely and is beginner-friendly compared to some other distros. If you want something more traditional, Mint is stable and has that 'old-school' feel. Just remember, you can dual-boot to keep Windows for any specific needs while you adjust to Linux.
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