If you haven’t checked out CachyOS yet, it might be time. This Arch-based distro has been climbing fast, now ranking higher than Debian on DistroWatch! No, it’s not just hype.
CachyOS leans into performance. It’s optimized for modern CPUs (think x86-64-v4, AMD znver4), uses AutoFDO and PGO across packages, and ships with its own tuned kernel. That alone sets it apart from most Arch spins.
Gamers will appreciate the out-of-the-box support for new GPUs like RDNA4 and RTX 50 series, plus tools like zink-run and NTSYNC integration. Even devices like the ASUS ROG Ally are getting love.
It’s user-friendly too. Calamares installer, multiple DEs (KDE, GNOME, Xfce), and helpful tools like a Kernel Manager and GUI Package Installer make it approachable without feeling bloated.
It’s not perfect, some think it’s a bit too opinionated. But the devs seems active and responsive to feedback.
It’s still early life but looks extremely positive! Overall, CachyOS is shaping up to be one of the more polished, performance-focused Arch-based distros out there.
Anyone running it? Curious how it holds up long-term for daily use and updates.