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Linux gamers: Do you ever occasionally shut down your PC? (lemmy.ca)
submitted 1 day ago by DundasStation@lemmy.ca to c/linux_gaming@lemmy.world
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Every night, I put my computer to sleep. But should I be shutting it down every now and then? For example, maybe once a week or once a month?

Just curious to see this question answered from a Linux gamers' perspective.

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[–] Holytimes@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 day ago

My computer a 7900xtx and 7800x3d with a crap load of other stuff shoved in there. Idles around 100-150 watts of power with the screen off.

100 watts isn't a lot, but that's like leaving a light bulb or two on from when I was a kid!

Unless Im playing an idle game that needs it on just let it hibernate.