Zorin OS Pro: My 1-Year Review & Why It Replaced Windows
80Is Zorin OS Pro the ultimate Windows replacement in 2025? After one full year as my daily driver, I'm sharing my honest, long-term experience. In this deep-dive review, we explore Zorin's evolution from version 17.1 to 17.3, its rock-solid performance on modern hardware, and whether it still holds its ground as my primary operating system.
I switched to Zorin OS Pro a year ago for its Windows-like feel and powerful creative tools. We'll revisit those initial impressions and see how the OS has matured. I'll cover the huge update to the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS kernel, improved Windows app support with Wine 9.0, and day-to-day stability on my AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and NVIDIA RTX 4080 setup. Is this the perfect Linux distro for professionals, gamers, and users looking to escape Windows 10's end-of-life? Let's find out.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - One Year Later: The Verdict?
1:22 - Why I Switched to Zorin OS Pro (Initial Appeal)
3:48 - The Evolution: Zorin OS 17.1, 17.2 & 17.3 Updates
6:15 - Daily Performance & Stability (Ryzen 7 + RTX 4080)
8:27 - Creative Workflow & App Compatibility (Blender, GIMP, etc.)
10:05 - Overcoming the Linux Learning Curve
11:50 - Is Zorin OS Pro Still Worth It in August 2025?
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