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KDE neon

KDE neon is a Ubuntu-based Linux distribution and live DVD featuring the latest KDE Plasma desktop and other KDE community software. Besides the installable DVD image, the project provides a rapidly-evolving software repository with all the latest KDE software.

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Q4OS

Q4OS is a Debian-based desktop Linux distribution offering a choice of a classic-style user interface (Trinity) and a modern desktop environment (KDE Plasma). The project also develops various utilities, such as Desktop Profiler and Software Center, as well as installers for third-party applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
KDE neonQ4OS
Debian, Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian (Stable)
debPackage Managerapt / deb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
5.8Latest Version6.1
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
February 29, 2024Release DateSeptember 12, 2025
ARM64x86_64i686
Architecture
ARM64x86_64i686
KDE PlasmaTrinity
Desktops
KDE PlasmaTrinity