Latest information about Manjaro Linux’s laptop project dates back to 2017 when the Manjaro Spitfire was released in partnership with Station X. However, updates on this laptop have been scarce, suggesting that the project might have been halted.
Exciting news for fans of Manjaro and Linux gaming has surfaced. Manjaro Linux recently announced a collaboration with AMD Ryzen to create a new Linux gaming laptop. How will this laptop stack up against other Linux options? Let’s explore further.
New HoRyzen with Manjaro Linux
A few weeks ago, Manjaro Linux teased its followers with a video showcasing gameplay on their new Ryzen-powered Linux laptop. This tweet was the first hint at their upcoming gaming laptop.
Soon there will be a #newhoryzen of #LinuxGaming by @ManjaroLinux pic.twitter.com/9uoXucpmqF
— Manjaro Linux (@ManjaroLinux) March 15, 2020
A recent teaser unveiled a collaboration between Manjaro Linux and AMD Ryzen. Though the teaser was brief, with only a “Coming Soon” message, it confirmed the partnership.
Soon there will be a #newhoryzen … pic.twitter.com/zHKVtXevHZ
— Manjaro Linux (@ManjaroLinux) March 21, 2020
Is Manjaro Linux with AMD the Best Laptop for Linux Gaming?
In the world of Linux laptops, the market is quite limited. Major players include System76, Purism, Pine64, Dell XPS, Star Labs, Tuxedo, and Huawei leading the way.
Both the influence of Manjaro in the Linux community and the popularity of Ryzen hold weight. Manjaro Linux is often praised as one of the top Linux distributions for gaming. Pine64 recently announced a collaboration with Manjaro Linux, planning to ship with its upcoming ARM-based Pinebook Pro laptop, suggesting a bright future for Manjaro’s gaming laptop.
On the processor front, AMD Ryzen features the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The AMD Ryzen 7 3700x is a preferred choice over pricier Intel Core processors by video game streamers.
Furthermore, AMD is actively recruiting a dedicated developer to improve graphics driver support for the Linux Kernel. Interestingly, AMD is gearing up to introduce the next Zen 3 architecture and expand its support to Linux.
Expect the launch of a new Ryzen Laptop featuring Manjaro Linux in the upcoming months. Details like release date, specifications, and pricing are yet to be revealed, keeping enthusiasts eagerly anticipating.
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