Hardware compatibility
System Requirements
Find out what your computer needs to run Linux-AI OS. The everyday desktop and advanced local AI generation have different hardware demands.
Linux-AI OS Desktop
Published minimum and recommended specifications for the standard desktop experience.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 64-bit dual-core CPU, 2 GHz | 64-bit quad-core CPU, 2.5 GHz or better |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB or more |
| Storage | 64 GB available | 120 GB SSD or larger |
| Graphics / Display | OpenGL 3 compatible; 1366 × 768 display | Modern integrated or dedicated GPU; 1920 × 1080 or better |
| Internet | Recommended for updates | Recommended for AI tools and downloads |
These are the currently published general Linux-AI OS specifications. Performance varies by hardware, drivers, and the applications you run.
Advanced AI Studio Workloads
Recommended hardware for demanding local AI generation, including GPU-intensive creative tools.
Processor6 or more CPU cores
Memory32 GB RAM
Storage250 GB SSD or larger
GraphicsNVIDIA RTX 3060 with 12 GB VRAM or better for GPU-intensive generation
An NVIDIA GPU is not required just to install and use the Linux-AI desktop. Some AI models and generation features have their own requirements and may perform differently on CPU-only systems.
Before You Install
For the best experience, back up important files, check available disk space, and test your computer using the live environment before installing. Verify the download checksum when provided.
If you are unsure whether your computer is compatible, send us your processor model, RAM amount, graphics hardware, and available disk space.