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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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PikaOS Linux

PikaOS Linux is a Linux distribution based on Debian's cutting-edge "Unstable" branch, optimised for gaming. It is designed to provide out-of-the-box gaming experience, excellent performance with up-to-date drivers and custom-tweaked Linux kernel, and a choice of GNOME or KDE Plasma desktops, with separate editions that use the Hyprland Wayland compositor.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintPikaOS Linux
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian (Unstable)
deb, flatpakPackage Managerdeb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
22.3Latest Version
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateApril 4, 2026
i686x86_64
Architecture
i686x86_64
CinnamonMATEXfceCOSMICGNOMEHyprlandKDE Plasmaniri
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceCOSMICGNOMEHyprlandKDE Plasmaniri