Optimus Switch, unlike Optimus Manager, does not allow for the switching of GPU’s on demand.Less chance of instability when Gnome is updated. Optimus Switch does not require a “patched” version of GDM from the AUR.This allows the user full access to their nVidia card without using terminal commands or modifying shortcut parameters to run programs. Optimus Switch sets up the nVidia card in “Prime Mode” when the user is in “nVidia” mode.
While this function can be enabled in Optimus Manager, it is not enabled by default and does not always work properly. By following this guide, the user will install and properly configure Optimus Switch and the GUI indicator/ switcher for it. Optimus Switch, written by user is another option for users to switch between graphics cards on Optimus based (Intel/ nVidia) laptops. Both have their limitations and not every user can get them working properly. The two most common solutions are Bumblebee and Optimus Manager. Since their introduction, getting Optimus (Intel/ nVidia) laptops to work properly has been an issue under Linux. Optimus Switch – Another Solution for Optimus Laptops
