Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 13 hours ago

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Is CachyOS better than Bazzite on the ROG Xbox Ally X? In this video I benchmark both linux gaming operating systems to determine which gives both better performance, and a better SteamOS experience on the ROG Ally handhelds.

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Links
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- CachyOS: cachyos.org

Chapters
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0:00 CachyOS vs Bazzite Comparison
0:41 The Arch Linux Performance Goal
1:15 Hardware Prep & SSD Swapping
2:22 Navigating the Installation Process
3:27 First Boot & Steam Mode
4:24 Vital Updates & Stability Fixes
5:06 Manually Configuring TDP Controls
7:17 Custom Fabrication with PCBWay
8:01 Benchmarking Methodology & Proton
9:04 In-Game Performance Benchmarks
10:16 Minimalism vs. "Batteries Included"
12:14 Final Verdict: Which OS Wins?

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