El Popular stability testing and monitoring software OcCT has officially arrived on Linux. This tool, used for years in Windows to perform diagnostics and stress tests on hardware components, now offers support for kernel-based systems and Steam deck, making it easier to evaluate performance on Valve's portable.
OCCT on Linux: A long-awaited release
OCCT is a Widely used application by hardware enthusiasts and technicians to check CPU, GPU and power supply performanceIts arrival in Linux covers a need long demanded by users of the open source system, who had limited options for stability testing.
The tool is in Alpha phase, meaning it is still in development and not available to the general public. Currently, only Patreon subscribers can access this early version, though an open release is expected in the future.
Features and Compatibility
One of the main advantages of OCCT on Linux is its ease of installationIt requires no external dependencies or root permissions, making it easy to get up and running on a variety of 64-bit distributions, including SteamOS.
Its main functionalities include:
- CPU and GPU stress tests, allowing the stability of the system under load to be assessed.
- Power supply monitoring to detect possible faults.
- Steam Deck Compatibility, allowing users to check the performance of the device.
- Possibility of running from a Live USB/DVD, no installation required.
The developers have assured that, although the current version is not as complete as the one in Windows, they will work on continuous updates to improve it. In addition, they have implemented their own HW Info version to replace diagnostic tools that are not usually available in Linux.
OCCT: Upcoming Steam Release
To facilitate your access and guarantee Automatic Updates, OCCT will also be released on Steam. This will allow Steam Deck users and other SteamOS machines to download and install the tool without any hassle.
However, no exact date has been announced for this release. For now, the only way to get OCCT on Linux is through Patreon.
It won't be open source, but it could be integrated with external software
The development team has confirmed that, despite its release on Linux, They have no plans to make OCCT open source softwareHowever, they have mentioned the possibility of allowing third-party software to interact with the tool in the future, although they have not given specific details on how this will be implemented.
The release of OCCT on Linux is Great news for users of these operating systems and Steam deck. It makes it easy to perform stress tests and diagnostics without having to resort to more complex tools or install additional dependencies. While it is currently only available to those who support development on Patreon, its arrival on Steam in the future will make it even more accessible. The Linux community and hardware enthusiasts can already start testing their equipment with OCCT, thus ensuring the stability and optimal performance of their devices.