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PikaOS Linux

PikaOS Linux is a Linux distribution based on Debian's cutting-edge "Unstable" branch, optimised for gaming. It is designed to provide out-of-the-box gaming experience, excellent performance with up-to-date drivers and custom-tweaked Linux kernel, and a choice of GNOME or KDE Plasma desktops, with separate editions that use the Hyprland Wayland compositor.

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DragonOS screenshot

DragonOS

DragonOS is a Lubuntu-based desktop distribution which is focused on software defined radio (SDR). The distribution provides a pre-installed suite of the most powerful and accessible open source SDR software.

Technical Specs Comparison
PikaOS LinuxDragonOS
Debian (Unstable)BaseDebian, Ubuntu (LTS)
deb, flatpakPackage Managerapt / deb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
April 4, 2026Release DateMarch 27, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
COSMICGNOMEHyprlandKDE PlasmaniriLXQt
Desktops
COSMICGNOMEHyprlandKDE PlasmaniriLXQt