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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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MX Linux

MX Linux, a desktop-oriented Linux distribution based on Debian's "Stable" branch, is a cooperative venture between the antiX and former MEPIS Linux communities. Using Xfce as the default desktop (with separate KDE Plasma and Fluxbox editions also available), it is a mid-weight operating system designed to combine an elegant and efficient desktop with simple configuration, high stability, solid performance and medium-sized footprint.

Technical Specs Comparison
Manjaro LinuxMX Linux
ArchBaseDebian (Stable), antiX
pacman / flatpak, pkg, snapPackage Managerapt / deb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd, SysV
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelSemi-Rolling
26.0Latest Version25.2
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
January 4, 2026Release DateMay 25, 2026
ARM64x86_64ARMhf
Architecture
ARM64x86_64ARMhf
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfceFluxbox
Desktops
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfceFluxbox