Should i use Linux Mint or Ubuntu?
Should i use Linux Mint or Ubuntu?
I haven't faced driver or hardware problems recently, especially with lightweight distros. The only challenge I've had with Solus has been with NetBeans, which was mainly due to course recommendations. Even then, compiling was straightforward. I used Debian before Solus became popular; it might be a good alternative. Graphics drivers often cause issues because they push free options, which is usually the main problem with graphics cards. Since this person plays games, I think the drivers are likely important for performance.
Getting the right drivers is straightforward. Keep an eye on your kernel release. Debian’s gradual updates ensure stability, though it becomes outdated quickly. That’s why I recommend Ubuntu for newer hardware. You won’t be running Debian on a Ryzen processor, for instance.
If they released the drivers publicly, it would eliminate any work needed from the user. It would be just as challenging as the hardware company intended it to be
Ubuntu is backed by Valve officially. This allows you to use Steam on Linux and some games will also run there. If not, you may need to rely on Wine, though its success can vary with different programs.
The truth is nobody can confirm that. What I can do is test both and choose the one that suits you best. It really depends on your preferences. Mint runs on Ubuntu, so they should both work with the same packages. However, I haven’t used either recently—my last install was when 14.04LTS came out (I’ve been using Arch ever since), so I might have some outdated info.