Overview
Recent testing conducted by Ars Technica highlights that SteamOS is delivering performance equal to or better than Windows across various gaming tests. The tests specifically utilized the Lenovo Legion Go S and included popular titles such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Doom.
Performance Results
The results delineate a tally of 10 victories for SteamOS, with 2 ties and no losses against Windows when configuring settings for optimal performance. SteamOS emerged as the preferred platform in most tests, including high-stakes games like Returnal and Borderlands 3.
Java project writer Jacob Fox contributed to these findings, noting that the performance disparity makes a compelling case for the viability of SteamOS as a desktop gaming system. He recently rated the Windows version of the Legion Go S at 72%, whereas the SteamOS iteration earned an impressive 91% and was chosen as an Editor’s Pick.
Implications for Future Gaming
As Valve continues to enhance SteamOS compatibility and hardware support, discussions are underway regarding its potential to rival Windows as a gaming platform. The increasing support for non-Steam devices signifies promising steps towards its acceptance among the gaming community.
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- I built a real SteamOS Steam Machine out of the guts of an old laptop
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