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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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Pop!_OS

Pop!_OS is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution featuring its own GNOME-based desktop environment called COSMIC. It is designed with productivity in mind; it has fluid windows, search navigation via the Super key, workspaces that can hide clutter, and efficient auto-tiling of windows.

Technical Specs Comparison
Linux MintPop!_OS
Debian (Stable), Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian, Ubuntu (LTS)
deb, flatpakPackage Managerdeb, flatpak, PackageKit
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
22.3Latest Version24.04
BeginnerDifficultyIntermediate
January 13, 2026Release DateDecember 11, 2025
i686x86_64ARM64
Architecture
i686x86_64ARM64
CinnamonMATEXfceCOSMICGNOME
Desktops
CinnamonMATEXfceCOSMICGNOME