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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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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.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintKDE neon
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian, Ubuntu (LTS)
deb, flatpakPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
22.3Latest Version5.8
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateFebruary 29, 2024
i686x86_64ARM64
Architecture
i686x86_64ARM64
CinnamonMATEXfceKDE Plasma
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceKDE Plasma