Hello guys/gals,
I’m looking to build my own Living room steamOS console and want to give a try to Intel A770 (16GB version). Does anyone know if SteamOS currently supports Intel Arc lineup ?
Thanks
If you want to build a steam is box you really want an amd gpu
AFAIK, the only way to use SteamOS not on a SteamDeck is with the hacky HoloISO/ChimeraOS repackagings. And AFAIK, they only support AMD GPUs, since that’s what’s in the SteamDeck and they’re just jacked up SteamDeck recovery images. Valve has confirmed that they’re still planning on releasing an image of SteamOS that is compatible with DIY PCs, but they have not said when to expect it.
That is an innacurate description of ChimeraOS. Right now ChimeraOS “should” work with Intel Arc GPUs but because none of us have Arc GPUs to test on we can’t guarantee it.
Update: Nvidia GPUs now work with the latest build of HoloISO. There’s still some issues, but by and large, it’s pretty good.
please share specs if you really got it running with an nvidia gpu
I5-8600k, gtx 1070Ti, 32GB DDR4 2400MHz RAM, 1TB WD 750X NVMe SSD + Seagate Barracuda 4TB 7200RPM HDD. 550W Apetiva 80 Plus Bronze PSU. Cooler Master Q300L.
Where do they state it works with nvidia now? I’d love to try this
There is no steam os available for general installation.
Manjaro with KDE is one of closet distros.
Holoiso exists but can be touchy. Good chance it will choke on a non and GPU. Consequence of being based on a mod of the steam deck recovery image which is only designed for steam deck.
you experience will vary.
Manjaro is sketch use Endeavor or Garuda.
What’s wrong with Manjaro? I’ve seen a bit of hate for it recently and don’t know why
ChimeraOS should theoretically work with Intel Arc GPUs but none of us on the team actually have an Arc GPU to test with. If you’re willing to give it a try and give us some feedback on Github or at least in r/ChimeraOS it could help others with Arc setups.
Are you one of the devs for ChimeraOS? I love the distro!!! Its easiest and AWESOME gaming experience ever!!!
Thank you!!! My build impresses everyone that gets to play with it.
Download ChimeraOS & Give it a try! Remember the first boot up will be minimal support for your HW, run it for 10-20 minute sessions and reboot. After the 4-5 reboots you’ll see more native support for your rig.
Curious how the A770 will perform, there is Intel XESS support on some games