6 of the Best Linux Distros for Gaming

We've compiled a list to help you pick the best Linux distro for your gaming preference and needs.

Ubuntu GamePack. The first Linux distro that's perfect for us gamers is Ubuntu GamePack. ...
Fedora Games Spin. ...
SparkyLinux – Gameover Edition. ...
Lakka OS. ...
Manjaro Gaming Edition.

Which Linux OS is fastest?
Is Linux good for gamers?
Is MX Linux good for gaming?
Is Arch Linux good for gaming?
Is Linux worth it 2020?
Is Ubuntu better than CentOS?
Is Windows 10 better than Linux?
Why Linux is so fast?
Is Windows 10 better than Linux gaming?
Is Ubuntu better than MX?
Why is MX Linux so popular?
Which Linux MX is best?

Which Linux OS is fastest?

Best Lightweight Linux distros for old laptops and desktops

Tiny Core. Probably, technically, the most lightweight distro there is.
Puppy Linux. Support for 32-bit systems: Yes (older versions) ...
SparkyLinux. ...
antiX Linux. ...
Bodhi Linux. ...
CrunchBang++ ...
LXLE. ...
Linux Lite. ...

Is Linux good for gamers?

The short answer is yes; Linux is a good gaming PC. ... First, Linux offers a vast selection of games that you can buy or download from Steam. From just a thousand games a few years ago, there are already at least 6,000 games available there.

Is MX Linux good for gaming?

WoW runs FASTER in Lutris on MX Linux than it did on Windows. I have the graphics set at a higher level, and I am getting a much higher framerate. I also was able to install Twitch via Lutris, so I can manage WoW addons easily. Now installed, its completely seamless, my gaming experience is better than on Windows.

Is Arch Linux good for gaming?

For the most part, games will work right out of the box in Arch Linux with possibly better performance than on other distributions due to compile time optimizations. However, some special setups may require a bit of configuration or scripting to make games run as smoothly as desired.

Is Linux worth it 2020?

If you want the best UI, best desktop apps, then Linux probably isn't for you, but it's still a good learning experience if you've never used a UNIX or UNIX-alike before. Personally, I don't bother with it on the desktop any more, but that isn't to say you shouldn't.

Is Ubuntu better than CentOS?

If you run a business, a Dedicated CentOS Server may be the better choice between the two operating systems because, it's (arguably) more secure and stable than Ubuntu, due to the reserved nature and the lower frequency of its updates. Additionally, CentOS also provides support for cPanel which Ubuntu lacks.

Is Windows 10 better than Linux?

Linux has good performance. It is much quicker, fast and smooth even on the older hardware's. Windows 10 is slow compared to Linux because of running batches at the back end, requiring good hardware to run. Linux updates are easily available and can be updated/modified quickly.

Why Linux is so fast?

So, being an efficient OS, Linux distributions could be fitted to a range of systems (low-end or high-end). In contrast, Windows operating system has a higher hardware requirement. ... Well, that is the reason most of the servers across the world prefer to run on Linux than on a Windows hosting environment.

Is Windows 10 better than Linux gaming?

Answer: Yes, Linux is a decent operating system for gaming, especially since the number of Linux-compatible games is increasing due to Valve's SteamOS being based on Linux.

Is Ubuntu better than MX?

It is an easy-to-use operating system and offers amazing community support. It offers amazing community support but not better than Ubuntu. It is very stable and provides a fixed release cycle.

Why is MX Linux so popular?

It's popular because it makes Debian more user friendly for beginning to intermediate (Not so much “non technical”) Linux users. It has newer packages from Debian backports repos; vanilla Debian uses older packages. MX users also benefit from custom tools which are great time savers.

Which Linux MX is best?

A repeat performance! Dedoimedo announces that the best distro of the year is MX Linux again. The version is not MX-19, though, but MX-18.3 Continuum which he reviewed early in 2019. He comments: “This is a really neat little distro, with a good mix of usability, style and functionality.”