Linux on X Elite Laptops [video]
The video creator struggled to install Arch Linux on an Asus VivoBook with Snapdragon X Elite, citing challenges and limited expertise. Linux compatibility on Snapdragon X laptops needs more support for full functionality.
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The author of a YouTube video shared their experience trying to install Arch Linux on a new Asus VivoBook laptop with Snapdragon X Elite. They encountered difficulties due to their limited expertise in the process. The video highlighted the challenges of running Linux on certain machines and referenced advancements made on red machines by Linaro and Qualcomm. While basic functions on the Snapdragon X laptop are operational, some features remain non-functional due to constraints in funding and resources. The video underscored the importance of increased support to improve Linux compatibility on such devices.
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4 comments> For kernel versions 6.10 and 6.11, we’re also working on merging more features in these areas:
- USB host
- On-board display (eDP)
- GPU
- Memory DCVS
- CPUFreq
- Speakers/MIC/Headset
- Battery
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Ctrl-F "qualcomm" shows 145 matches, lets hope that some of this stuff lands in 6.10 and 6.11
* Not supported out-of-the-box by distros.
* Device support is not complete, some models are better than others.
* He had to look at websites and mailing lists to get it working.
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