Bazzite vs EndeavourOS
Bazzite: A gaming-focused desktop built on Fedora Atomic. EndeavourOS: An approachable installer for an Arch-based system. Here is how they differ, and which one suits you.
Quick verdict
- BeginnersBazziteBazzite is rated beginner; EndeavourOS is intermediate.
- GamingTieBoth are a similar fit here.
- Older hardwareEndeavourOSEndeavourOS needs about 4 GB of RAM versus 8 GB.
- Latest softwareEndeavourOSEndeavourOS uses a rolling model; Bazzite is atomic.
- Long-term stabilityBazziteBazzite changes less between upgrades.
Specs compared
| Feature | Bazzite | EndeavourOS |
|---|---|---|
| Popularity rank (30d) | #6 | #17 |
| Latest version | — | — |
| Based on | Fedora Atomic | Arch Linux |
| Release model | Atomic | Rolling |
| Desktop | KDE Plasma, GNOME | KDE Plasma, more |
| Package management | Flatpak · Homebrew · containers | Pacman · AUR (community) |
| Init system | systemd | systemd |
| Experience level | Beginner | Intermediate |
| Suggested RAM | 8 GB+ | 4 GB+ |
| Architectures | x86_64 | x86_64 |
| First released | 2023 | 2019 |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Good for | Gaming, Everyday use, Immutable systems | Development, Gaming, Everyday use |
Key differences
- Bazzite is based on Fedora Atomic, while EndeavourOS is based on Arch Linux.
- Bazzite follows a atomic release model; EndeavourOS is rolling.
- Bazzite ships KDE Plasma, GNOME; EndeavourOS ships KDE Plasma, more.
- Software comes from Flatpak · Homebrew · containers on Bazzite and Pacman · AUR (community) on EndeavourOS.
- We suggest about 8 GB of RAM for Bazzite and 4 GB for EndeavourOS.
- Bazzite is best for beginner users; EndeavourOS for intermediate users.
Choose Bazzite if…
- gaming-focused defaults and image choices
- handheld-oriented options
- atomic base with rollback workflow
Check the image selector for your GPU
Full Bazzite profileChoose EndeavourOS if…
- accessible setup for an Arch-based environment
- rolling package collection
- active learning-oriented documentation
Still requires rolling-release maintenance
Full EndeavourOS profileBazzite vs EndeavourOS: FAQ
Is Bazzite better than EndeavourOS?
Neither is better for everyone. Bazzite is the stronger pick for beginners, long-term stability; EndeavourOS for older hardware, latest software.
Which uses less RAM, Bazzite or EndeavourOS?
EndeavourOS is lighter: we suggest about 4 GB versus 8 GB. The desktop you choose affects memory use more than the distribution itself.
Is Bazzite based on EndeavourOS?
No. Bazzite is based on Fedora Atomic; EndeavourOS is based on Arch Linux.
Can I switch from Bazzite to EndeavourOS without losing files?
Back up your home folder first. If /home is on a separate partition you can reinstall without formatting it, but a clean install with restored backups is safest.