CachyOS, a relatively new Arch-based Linux distribution that is designed to be easy to use and is highly optimized, has just received its March 2025 update. This release is substantial, with the inclusion of a new bootloader with Btrfs snapshot support and better device compatibility for gamers and laptop users. If you’re a Linux enthusiast and want something new to try, this definitely seems like an interesting choice.
The new bootloader is called Limine and works with both BIOS and UEFI to ensure compatibility with a wide range of systems. Similar to the Grub bootloader, it features theming so the developers from CachyOS can make your boot experience look good. Additionally, it has Btrfs snapshot support, which is turned on for all new installations that opt for the Btrfs file system. The team behind this distribution said that they’ve tested out the snapshot support extensively and claim it works well.
Another big focus for this update is hardware support. If you have the
RDNA4,
RTX 5070 Ti, or
5070 graphics cards, they are supported out of the box, unlocking better performance. Additionally, if you have ASUS gaming devices, the addition of the ASUS Armory driver means CachyOS now supports the ROG Ally as well as fan and power management on certain laptops.
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