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Manjaro Linux

Manjaro Linux is a fast, user-friendly, desktop-oriented operating system based on Arch Linux. Key features include intuitive installation process, automatic hardware detection, stable rolling-release model, ability to install multiple kernels, special Bash scripts for managing graphics drivers and extensive desktop configurability.

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Archcraft

Archcraft is a minimal Linux distribution based on Arch Linux. The project provides a graphical user interface using minimal window managers rather than full featured desktop environments.

Technical Specs Comparison
Manjaro LinuxArchcraft
ArchBaseArch
pacman / flatpak, pkg, snapPackage Managerpacman / pkg
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
26.0Latest Version2026.05.12
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
January 4, 2026Release DateMay 13, 2026
ARM64x86_64
Architecture
ARM64x86_64
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfcebspwmOpenbox
Desktops
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfcebspwmOpenbox