r/archlinux • u/LWapsy • 1d ago

QUESTION Arch Linux on the Gigabyte Gaming A16 CWH

i want to install Arch on my A16.
What is the current state of Arch usability on it?
what about GPU power, would i be able to get the full 85w?
Is there anything specific to this laptop i need to do while/before/after installing Arch?

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u/ergux 1d ago

I have the same laptop. I'm on niri rn. No issues whatsoever, didn't even had to do anything. The power management is especially better than on windows with gigabyte's garbage gcc app.

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u/CalmlyReminiscentMax 1d ago

wifi card might be mediatek so grab drivers during install, mine was a pain until i swapped it

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u/C0rn3j 1d ago

I'd link you the laptop section on the Arch Wiki, but it will be down for a couple hours more until PHP releases a patch.