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Pop!_OS

Pop!_OS is an Ubuntu-based Linux distribution featuring its own GNOME-based desktop environment called COSMIC. It is designed with productivity in mind; it has fluid windows, search navigation via the Super key, workspaces that can hide clutter, and efficient auto-tiling of windows.

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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
Pop!_OSPeppermint OS
Debian, Ubuntu (LTS)BaseDebian (Stable), Devuan
deb, flatpak, PackageKitPackage Managerdeb
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Fixed ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
24.04Latest Version7
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
December 11, 2025Release DateNovember 29, 2016
ARM64x86_64
Architecture
ARM64x86_64
COSMICGNOMEXfce
Desktops
COSMICGNOMEXfce