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Build An Awesome Low-Cost Linux Gaming Machine!

In this video, we show you how to build and set up a low-cost budget Linux gaming PC!
Powered by an Intel i7 CPU and a Radeon graphics card this thing isn’t bad at all for a full Gaming PC that cost about $260! e will be using Manjaro and ill show you how to get Proton “Steam Play” set up and working plus I also show you how to update your video drivers in Linux and install a performance overlay known as MangoHUD to monitor FPS, CPU, GPU.

Download Manjaro: https://manjaro.org/
Download Etcher:https://www.balena.io/etcher/
Learn More About MangoHud: https://github.com/flightlessmango/MangoHud

PARTS USED IN BUILD: RX480 GPU: https://ebay.us/bcHlei
RX580 GPU: https://ebay.us/yWH5cy
OptiPlex i7 4790:https://ebay.us/g1r90j
SSD: https://amzn.to/3uBSSzB
SSD Bracket:https://amzn.to/3jzVWpi
Dual Sata To 6Pin GPU: https://amzn.to/3E9W888

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00:00-Intro
00:15-Overview
01:42-The Build
02:55-How To Install Manjaro Linux
05:57-Setting up Manjaro, GPU Driver Update
06:58-ENable Steam Play Proton on Linux
08:25-How to install MangoHUD Performance Monitor and GUI
10:57- Linux PC Gaming Test Project Cars 2
11:45-Injustice 2 Linux Test
11:56-God Of War Linux Test
12:45-Cyberpunk 2077 Linux Test
13:17-Elden Ring Linux Test
13:45-Final Thoughts

Equipment I Use:
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Tool Kit: https://amzn.to/2M6l9WS
Soldering Station: https://amzn.to/2FtdVeu
Camera: https://amzn.to/2M6KFLB
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Raspberry Pi 4: https://amzn.to/3cCrvKb
Flirc Case: https://amzn.to/2OBQTXz

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The GamePad Gamer is also know as Jonathan Russell. A gamer from the arcade and home console era who loves playing all games. Come on a journey of discovery through his YouTube channel!

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