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Best current/last gen gpu for Linux compatibility? (self.pcmasterrace)

submitted 8 months ago by ViscloReader to c/pcmasterrace

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I know Nvidia has a reputation for being bad with Linux. Is it better now? And most of all, what would be the best GPU for modern gaming on Linux (any distro)?

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[–] [email protected] 9 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Anything Intel or AMD should do. As to what the best GPU is - that is really up to your wallet to tell.

[–] sp6 6 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) (1 children)

Well, wallet and needs. The 7900XTX is the best, but I'd never recommend it to someone who only plays decade-old games, or even simpler modern games.

If you want a good idea of how GPUs compare to each other, the Tom's Hardware GPU hierarchy is a great source. Just keep in mind that on linux specifically, NVIDIA has a bit more of a performance drop compared to AMD. Comparing the 3090 and 6800XT on that chart vs. Tom's hardware, seems to be roughly 5%-7% more of a dip

[–] [email protected] 1 points 8 months ago

You're trying to be reasonable when OP is not :)

And most of all, what would be the best GPU for modern gaming on Linux (any distro)?