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Linux Mint

Linux Mint is an Ubuntu-based distribution whose goal is to provide a classic desktop experience with many convenient, custom tools and optional out-of-the-box multimedia support. It also adds a custom desktop and menus, several unique configuration tools, and a web-based package installation interface.

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Debian screenshot

Debian

The Debian Project is an association of individuals who have made common cause to create a free operating system. This operating system is called Debian.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintDebian
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseIndependent
deb, flatpakPackage Managerapt / deb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
22.3Latest Version13
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateAugust 9, 2025
i686x86_64ARM64ARMhfppc64elRISC-Vs390x
Architecture
i686x86_64ARM64ARMhfppc64elRISC-Vs390x
CinnamonMATEXfceAfterStepAwesomeBlackboxbspwmBudgiedwmEnlightenmentFluxboxflwmFVWMGNOMEi3IceWMJWMKDE PlasmalabwcLomiriLXDELXQtMetacityOpenboxpekwmQtileRatpoisonSwayTWMUKUIWayfireWMaker
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceAfterStepAwesomeBlackboxbspwmBudgiedwmEnlightenmentFluxboxflwmFVWMGNOMEi3IceWMJWMKDE PlasmalabwcLomiriLXDELXQtMetacityOpenboxpekwmQtileRatpoisonSwayTWMUKUIWayfireWMaker