Building the Ultimate Linux Mint Gaming PC! Step-By-Step

In this video, I’m building a powerful small form factor gaming PC specifically designed to run Linux Mint in the stunning Fractal Terra Jade Green case. Watch as I take you through the entire build process, from component selection and UEFI settings to installing Linux Mint Cinnamon and testing the gaming performance. Whether you're a seasoned Linux user or making the switch from Windows, this video covers everything you need to know to get started. Plus, stay tuned for a special giveaway featuring the Fractal Terra case and Mint-themed accessories! #LinuxMint #GamingPC #giveaway #SFFPC #LinuxGaming #pcbuild

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Timecodes:
00:00 - Opener
00:21 - Intro & Agenda
01:38 - Component Selection
07:15 - The Build, Step-By_Step.
13:53 - UEFI Configuration
16:05 - Linux Mint Installation
18:56 - Setting Up to Game.
20:14 - Linux for Gaming?
21:48 - Conclusion

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[texan]

Great video, this is the second build I've seen using this case (the other was actually a Plex server by Techno Tim). I'm in the market for a new gaming rig and wanted it to be either a Chimera/Bazzite build or a Pop OS system. I also dearly love Linux Mint, was my go-to for years.

That being said, I've been watching a deal at Microcenter that uses the 7600x, an Asus B650 mATX mobo, and 16GB of DDR5. If I knew I had this case to build with, I'd likely find a way to sell the two parts I don't need, and use the parts in the PC Part Picker link below. I added a Noctua NH-L9i, the same Corsair 32GB sticks you used, a 1TB Kninston NVMe, an XFX Speedster Radeon RX 6600, and a Silverstone SFX 500 modular PSU.

Granted, my original build was a bit more budget friendly for me at around $600 (reusing a case I already had), but without selling the parts from the bundle, this one comes out to $1, 134 (Terra included). But I personally would prefer a name I recognize for the GPU, this Speedster was actually my budget build choice.

[formerlycringe]

green polo? green pc? green lighting? green/white mint-inspired setup?

I love it tbh.

edit: why are people talking about literal mints i was talking about the dude's shirt, typically called a polo shirt...

[thumpthumptv]

Gaming in Linux has improved and it is nice to see you promoting it.

[ElevatedSystems]

I’ve got a lot of questions on installing and configuring Steam, Proton, Wine, and any other stuff needed to game on Linux. The answer is, it’s all preloaded in Mint. Just go to games in the system tab, click “Install Steam”, login and download your games. Click the Enable proton toggle in Steam settings. That’s it.

[Crabery]

A few suggestions:

- Peel the plastic of the GPU
- Update the BIOS, before installing the OS
- Use PBO Curve Optimizer, it's really good

[JohnnyThundr]

I wish more channels did this.

Lot's of people have issues with Linux Mint because of hardware limitations, if you build your computer for Linux it's typically a dream experience and everything mostly just works.

[hibikiholmes]

I really wished you showed off how to setup Steam on Linux as well. I think people new to Linux gaming would benefit a lot with being shown how to setup Proton because many who come in from using Windows would assume that it's as simple as downloading and playing.

[elikirkwood]

I've been running mint on my main desktop for over a year now (although I themed mint to match the black/blue of my desktop, not the other way around) and it's been great. It runs everything I use on my pc and is way more stable than any version of windows. Unless there's some major change, I don't ever see myself installing windows on my main pc ever again

[KaitenKenbu]

Mint is so nice to use. I've brought a few ancient macbooks back to life with mint instead of seeing them end up in the landfill as e-waste.

[Sykxezn]

My word, this is, this is beautiful, it fits mint so well, the wood grain the lighting the everything, its perfect

[deneguil-]

mini itx PCs are always so satisfying and aesthetic. I went with a Fractal Pop to save on money tho

[jellz]

just finished this exact build thanks to you! thanks so much for posting. just worth noting that the PSU you show in your video is type 4 and your amazon link directs you to the 2024 type 5 model. everything is basically the same sans the pciE install since i didn't get the pigtail connector in my box (maybe b/c i bought amazon resale?). wound up having to grab the cable from ebay. in addition, the type 4 model is over $200 (and out of stock) vs the type 5 model that's $100 cheaper! if you decide to downsize your ssd you can potentially get this build to around 1k. thanks again and LOVING my new setup :)

[gabbercharles]

Awesome video. Built this Terra with some different components but was able to follow throughout, basically step-by-step. Awesome work, thank you!

[abriction]

It makes me happy to see love for Mint. Lots of new users get pointed in the direction of Fedora or Pop OS and they almost always have a way more difficult time with those than they would have with Mint, which in my opinion is the gold standard for Linux on the desktop.

[lapiswolf]

I like that you matched the green and wood with the case everywhere from the keyboard to the desk to the wallpaper to your shirt.

[AphexWebb]

I've moved my pc over to Linux mint a week ago. I still have windows 10 installed for a few games, but Mint has been great so far. It does what I need it to do, without all that pesky tracking from Microsoft. I'm building a tiny office pc for my cad and 3d printing work. I already have an old i5 6500 with an itx motherboard and a gtx 1050ti 4gb. It's not the most upto date rig to be sure, but it works for what I need it to do, even some light gaming.

The case you're giving away would make my office look less messy haha 😅

[bigrob]

My dude went all in on the green theme!! The plants were a nice touch. Well done!

[shiolei]

Awesome build and such great details to match the wood and green tones with the full setup!

[DarylCooke]

Glad to see that I'm not the only one gaming on Mint. Its stability and reliability are tough to beat.

[Masta_E]

Love the theme of Mint, but you dropped the ball not getting a mint plant for your desk. ;)
Good stuff! Thanks my dude.