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PikaOS Linux screenshot

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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Peppermint OS screenshot

Peppermint OS

Peppermint OS is a Debian- and Devuan-based (previously a Lubuntu-based) Linux distribution that aims to be fast and easy on system resources. By employing its Site Specific Browser, Peppermint integrates seamlessly with cloud and web-based applications.

Technical Specs Comparison
PikaOS LinuxPeppermint OS
Debian (Unstable)BaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
deb, flatpakPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version7
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
April 4, 2026Release DateNovember 29, 2016
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
COSMICGNOMEHyprlandKDE PlasmaniriXfce
Desktops
COSMICGNOMEHyprlandKDE PlasmaniriXfce