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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.

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SparkyLinux

SparkyLinux is a set of Debian-based desktop Linux distributions. The project provides separate editions with KDE Plasma, LXQt, MATE and Xfce desktops, as well as a lightweight flavour featuring the Openbox window manager.

Technical Specs Comparison
MX LinuxSparkyLinux
Debian (Stable), antiXBaseDebian (Stable), Debian (Testing)
apt / deb, flatpakPackage Managerapt / deb
systemd, SysVInit Systemsystemd
Semi-RollingRelease ModelSemi-Rolling
25.2Latest Version2026.03
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
May 25, 2026Release DateMarch 15, 2026
ARMhfx86_64
Architecture
ARMhfx86_64
FluxboxKDE PlasmaXfceLXQtMATEOpenbox
Desktops
FluxboxKDE PlasmaXfceLXQtMATEOpenbox