Head-to-head · Game Compatibility Checkers
ProtonDB vs MyRigCheck
ProtonDB leads on 0 checks, MyRigCheck on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreProtonDB · 8.6/10
- Free planboth
ProtonDB scores higher on our rubric for game compatibility checkers: 8.6 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
MyRigCheck leads on game catalog size: 367825 games versus 32163 games.
ProtonDB is the better fit for linux and Steam Deck compatibility research. MyRigCheck is the better fit for gamers wanting broad coverage and rig scoring.
- ProtonDB fits best
Linux and Steam Deck compatibility research
- MyRigCheck fits best
Gamers wanting broad coverage and rig scoring
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Side by side
| Feature | ProtonDB 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | MyRigCheck 7.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 7.9 |
| Ranking | #3 in Game Compatibility Checkers | #7 in Game Compatibility Checkers |
| Best for | Linux and Steam Deck compatibility research | Gamers wanting broad coverage and rig scoring |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business |
| Features ProtonDB 1/2 · MyRigCheck 1/2 | ||
| Hardware scan | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Linux/Proton data | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Scan method | Not checked yet | Browser |
| Requirements detail | Not checked yet | Minimum_recommended |
| Game catalog size | 32163 games | 367825 games (best) |
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| Our verdict | ProtonDB is a free web database for evaluating how Windows and native games run on Linux through Valve’s Proton compatibility layer. It is aimed at Linux players, Steam Deck owners, and anyone researching compatibility before purchasing or… Read the review → |
MyRigCheck is a free web service for gamers checking whether a PC can run a specific game. Users can browse a catalog exceeding 350,000 titles, enter CPU, GPU, RAM and storage specifications, or allow browser-based hardware detection.… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ProtonDB — where it wins
- 32,163-game catalog with compatibility ratings and search
- Reports include Proton versions, hardware, distros, and workarounds
- Steam Deck, Chromebook, and anti-cheat status indicators
Where it doesn't
- Crowdsourced report detail and consistency vary by game
- Web-only access offers no native desktop or mobile app
- Focused on Proton-based Linux play rather than other platforms
MyRigCheck — where it wins
- Catalog exceeds 350,000 games with minimum and recommended requirements
- FPS estimates cover 1080p, 1440p and 4K resolutions
- Browser detection, bottleneck analysis and confidence percentages inform checks
Where it doesn't
- Web-only access limits use to a browser-based workflow
- Detection relies on WebGL and User-Agent hints
- No Linux or Proton-specific compatibility data is provided
- ProtonDB8.6/10 · Free plan
A free, report-rich reference for checking Proton compatibility before buying or installing games.
Visit ProtonDBFull verdict → - MyRigCheck7.9/10 · Free plan
Free browser checks combine a 350,000-plus game catalog with FPS and bottleneck estimates.
Visit MyRigCheckFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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