I'm looking for recommendations on the best Linux distribution that offers solid Nvidia GPU support, especially for game development. I've used Linux Mint previously, which came with drivers, but I still felt like my GPU performance was lacking, particularly for GPU-intensive tasks, and my HDMI output didn't function properly. Any suggestions?
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It really depends on your GPU model. If you have an older card (like the 10xx series), support might be waning. For newer setups, I'd suggest trying an Arch-based distro like Manjaro or EndeavourOS. They're user-friendly and often come with up-to-date drivers. Just a heads up, for gaming, stick to X11 instead of Wayland for better performance.
Fedora or its forks, like Nobara, have newer drivers compared to Mint, but if you're up for a bit of a challenge, Arch is great for optimization. Just be prepared for a more hands-on setup. Is Arch really worth the setup effort?
Most Linux distros use the same Nvidia drivers, so if you're having issues, it might be due to the installation. For ease of use, I'd recommend sticking to a Debian-based distro like Mint. It has a 'Driver Manager' that simplifies installing the latest Nvidia drivers.
Did you check if you were using the latest proprietary Nvidia drivers on Mint? The open-source alternatives can be slower. If you haven't switched to the modern driver, that could be a game-changer for performance.
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