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ChromeOS Flex

ChromeOS Flex, developed by Google, is a free and lightweight Linux distribution based on Gentoo-derived ChromeOS. Unlike ChromeOS which is designed specifically for Chromebook computers, ChromeOS Flex can be installed on most x86_64 devices with a AMD or Intel processors, offering a Chromebook-like experience.

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MiniOS

MiniOS is a Debian-based Linux distribution which strives to be lightweight, modular, versatile and customisable. It comes in three editions, "Standard", "Toolbox" and "Ultra".

Technical Specs Comparison
ChromeOS FlexMiniOS
Gentoo, ChromeOSBaseDebian (Stable)
(deb)Package Managerdeb
Init Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version5.0.0
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
May 26, 2026Release DateAugust 22, 2025
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
ChromeOS DesktopXfce
Desktops
ChromeOS DesktopXfce