The most recent tests in the ASUS ROG Ally X point in the same direction: by installing Linux—specifically Bazzite—the computer performs better and behaves better in portable use. In several games and power profiles, increases in frame rates of up 32% compared to the factory settings with Windows.
Microsoft's system incorporates the so-called Xbox Full Screen Experience to simplify the interface and cut processes, but field results show that Bazzite It feels lighter, offers a smoother interface, and reduces waiting times for key actions like suspending and resuming, something that is especially appreciated in Spain and Europe for short sessions or travel.
Linux (Bazzite) takes advantage: figures and behavior
The channel Cyber ​​Dopamine directly compared Windows 11 vs. Bazzite (Linux) on the same ROG Ally X, with identical graphics settings and power profiles (13W, 17W, and 35W). The methodology fixes the games, hardware, and power modes so that the difference reflects the impact of the operating system.
En Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 At 17 W, Linux reached 62 FPS vs. 47 FPS on Windows (≈31,9% improvement). At 13 W, the gap narrowed, with 37 FPS on Bazzite and 35 FPS on Windows. Aside from the averages, the key was stability: the fluctuations were minor with Linux, which results in a more consistent, fluid feel.
En Hogwarts legacy The pattern repeats itself. With the 35W profile, Bazzite reached 65 FPS compared to 60 FPS on Windows, at 17 W the Linux advantage was around 24% (62 FPS vs 50 FPS). At 13 W, Windows reached 38 FPS compared to 37 on Linux, making it clear that at very low power consumption the gap may be minimal, but the frame pacing consistency continued to favor Bazzite.
Beyond the frame rate, Linux showed practical improvements: the ROG Ally X resumed games almost instantly from sleep, while Windows saw waits that could be around 40 seconds In some cases, lower input latency and more efficient battery use were also noted, factors that extend unplugged sessions.
Taking all scenarios and workloads, the measurements place the average advantage of Linux at around 13,47%When graphics requirements are reduced or lower-power profiles are used, the gap narrows; however, Bazzite's more stable behavior provides a more consistent experience.
Bazzite on the ROG Ally X: installation, compatibility, and use in Spain
Bazzite It's a Fedora-based distribution that replicates the philosophy of SteamOS: a controller-focused interface, full-screen launchers, and tweaks designed for portable devices. On the ROG Ally X, the system feels agile and well-adapted to mouse-free navigation, with quick access to games and utilities.
The installation does, however, require some additional steps. It is common to have to disable BitLocker and create specific partitions to enable dual boot. And it's good to know that some features are still in progress: elements like lighting RGB or Armoury Crate integration may not be fully supported in Bazzite.
For users in Spain and Europe, where autonomy and restart times weigh heavily on travel, the combination of higher energy efficiency and instant suspend makes Linux a better choice in everyday use. Windows still provides the broadest support for catalogs and services, so the hybrid option is pragmatic.
Another factor in favor of Bazzite is its pace of evolution: during testing, project developers —such as Antheus— responded with rapid patches when issues arose, fine-tuning support for the ROG Ally X within hours. This close communication accelerates system improvements and benefits the entire community.
The ROG Ally X shows a clear edge when paired with a lighter system: up to 32% more FPS In specific scenarios, an average improvement of 13,47%, lower power consumption, and near-instant restarts. Keeping Windows running for anti-cheat cases or specific services and using Bazzite to squeeze out performance and stability seems, at the moment, the most balanced formula.
