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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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Kubuntu

Kubuntu is a free, user-friendly Linux distribution based on KDE's desktop software and on the Ubuntu operating system. It has a biannual release cycle.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintKubuntu
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian, Ubuntu
deb, flatpakPackage Managerapt / deb, snap
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
22.3Latest Version26.04
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateApril 24, 2026
i686x86_64
Architecture
i686x86_64
CinnamonMATEXfceKDE Plasma
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceKDE Plasma