OSX, Linux and Windows together on new Macpro?

[Varmann]

I am saving up money at the moment to afford a new macpro. My current one have served me very well for 12+ years so I hope for something with a very long expected life (no I do not like to buy a new computer every other year, been there done that).

So...
I prefer MacOS, I work on Linux and occasionally also use Windows (some minor applications and some gaming). So I would like to be able to do it on the same system. What are the options?

MacOS with VMs for Linux and Windows, might work, with the exception of new games on windows.

MacOS bootcamp Windows, VM for Linux, probably a better solution

Multiboot all three. I did it 11 years ago on my current machine but it was some hassle to keep thing updated over time.

??

What are the current status? What is known to work what are the traps?

 

[Mago]

What are the current status? What is known to work what are the traps?

Same Traps as on every new mac with T2 "security" chip: you can install only Windows 10 side by side with macOS as it was on good old days, but you cant install Linux, or any other windows version (besides w10) on the internal storage, but you can install on an external (or non T2 managed internal ssd as with the Mac pro m.2's AIC) whatver system as long you find by yourself the drivers and every time you want to boot on them you interrupt Mac's normal boot this wil enlight you a bit https://www.howtogeek.com/213396/how-to-boot-a-linux-live-usb-drive-on-your-mac/

If you want a system for multi-boot windows/linux/macos either build a hackintosh or buy two systems, considering you're saving for a mac pro, likely yo could get an beefy iMac (as main desktop/ remote command station) and a beefy Server/Workstation either with is own KVM or with an server motherboard usinng iKVM fom AST's management console (sort of advanced remotedeskop OS independent)

 

[Flint Ironstag]

Options: snag a dual socket Z8, Z840, Lenovo P920 or 1 of her recommended builds.

 

[velocityg4]

Given that you've used your current Mac Pro for 12+ years. You'd likely be fine moving your workflow to a Mac Mini. As it's a big upgrade to your current machine. It's certainly a whole lot cheaper. I'd get that for macOS and build a mini ITX gaming desktop for Windows. Running Linux as a VM in Windows and/or macOS. Then all you need is a KVM switch to quickly jump between working in macOS and gaming in Windows. You'll spend a whole lot less money then on a new Mac Pro. Especially if you wanted a Mac Pro with good gaming specs.

You can also setup multiple screens. With software like Synergy that lets you transition from one computer to another. You can simply have macOS, Windows and Linux (VM) all up and just move the mouse back and forth. Unless you are doing something in Linux which requires direct GPU access. I don't see any reason to not run it in a VM.

I suppose you could do a hackintosh. The above is just so you also have a legitimate build. Plus dual/triple booting is a pain in the behind. Especially when it isn't necessary.