Xubuntu vs Ubuntu GNOME

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  1. dogbite

    dogbite Registered Member

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    Guys, quick question here.
    What is lighter in resources between the two?

    Disk space usage does not matter, I am focusing on CPU and RAM resources.

    I want to install either one today on my new Lenovo B50-70 which comes without any OS.

    Thanks.
     
  2. fblais

    fblais Registered Member

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    Xubuntu hands down.
     
  3. UnknownK

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    GNOME 3 is actually one of the heaviest DE in terms of using CPU and RAM resources.
     
  4. wshrugged

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    This, and the GPU resources.
     
  5. dogbite

    dogbite Registered Member

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    Ok thanks all..I go for Xubuntu.
     
  6. dogbite

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    I guess 4GB RAM are enough for office applications, browsing, music listening, etc.
    Should I consider to add another 4GB to make the experience smoother or it's just a waste, given Xubuntu's lightness?
     
  7. UnknownK

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    Just a waste, 4GB is more than enough.
     
  8. Amanda

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    RAM isn't magic and won't make things "smooth" unless you're actually running out of it. 4GB is enough to play most games on Ultra settings (720p) and even render kind-of-complex 3D scenes (though not too complex).

    With 4GB you can use KDE 5 or whatever DE you want and you'll still have plenty of RAM left to use Firefox, watch HD movies, play games, do LibreOffice, all together.

    There are a few things that 4GB can't do, like play the un-optimized FlightGear simulator, or render complext 3D scenes with millions of poligons.

    Usually 8 GB is more than enough for Linux users and I highly recommend getting +4GB if you're running out of memory while using your most wanted programs.
     
  9. dogbite

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    Well, actually I've found a deal for a Crucial 4GB RAM module at 15€ and I bought it.
     
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