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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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pearOS

pearOS is an Arch-based desktop Linux distribution which features a macOS-like theme and icons on top of the KDE Plasma desktop. Some of the distribution's features include a custom system installer called pearOS Installer, a pearOS welcome application, and the GNOME Files file manager.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintpearOS
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseArch
deb, flatpakPackage Managerpacman / pkg
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
22.3Latest Version
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateApril 8, 2026
i686x86_64
Architecture
i686x86_64
CinnamonMATEXfceKDE Plasma
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceKDE Plasma