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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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PCLinuxOS

PCLinuxOS is a user-friendly Linux distribution with out-of-the-box support for many popular graphics and sound cards, as well as other peripheral devices. The bootable live DVD provides an easy-to-use graphical installer and the distribution sports a wide range of popular applications for the typical desktop user, including browser plugins and full multimedia playback.

Technical Specs Comparison
Manjaro LinuxPCLinuxOS
ArchBaseIndependent
pacman / flatpak, pkg, snapPackage Managerdnf / flatpak, rpm
systemdInit SystemSysV
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelRolling Release
26.0Latest Version2023.07
IntermediateDifficultyBeginner
January 4, 2026Release DateJuly 30, 2023
ARM64x86_64
Architecture
ARM64x86_64
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfceJWMLXDELXQt
Desktops
CinnamonGNOMEi3KDE PlasmalabwcMATESwayXfceJWMLXDELXQt