Ubuntu-based Linux distros
Ubuntu-based distributions inherit its hardware support, LTS release rhythm, and the huge pool of Ubuntu instructions online. They differ in desktop, defaults, and whether they keep Snap.
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Ubuntu26.04.1
Broad support, from your laptop to your server.
DebianGNOMEStableBeginner4 GB+ RAM
Long-term support release options
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Linux Mint22.3
A familiar desktop. A comfortable place to start.
Ubuntu LTSCinnamon, MATE, XfceStableBeginner4 GB+ RAM
Familiar desktop layout with useful defaults
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Zorin OS
A gentle switch from the desktop you know.
Ubuntu LTSGNOME-based (Xfce in Lite)StableBeginner4 GB+ RAM
Familiar desktop layouts
#7 overallProfile - 4
Pop!_OS24.04
A developer-friendly desktop with built-in tiling.
Ubuntu LTSCOSMICStableBeginner4 GB+ RAM
NVIDIA image with the proprietary driver preinstalled
#13 overallProfile - 5
Kubuntu
Ubuntu with the KDE Plasma desktop.
UbuntuKDE PlasmaStableBeginner4 GB+ RAM
KDE Plasma on a widely supported base
#14 overallProfile - 6
elementary OS
A calm, consistent desktop with a design focus.
Ubuntu LTSPantheonStableBeginner4 GB+ RAM
Cohesive design across desktop and apps
#18 overallProfile - 7#34 overallProfile
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Xubuntu
Ubuntu with the light, steady Xfce desktop.
UbuntuXfceStableBeginner2 GB+ RAM
Lighter than Ubuntu’s default desktop
#40 overallProfile - 9
Linux Lite
A lightweight Windows-style desktop for newcomers.
Ubuntu LTSXfceStableBeginner2 GB+ RAM
Beginner-friendly help manual
#47 overallProfile - 10
Bodhi Linux
A minimal Ubuntu base with the elegant Moksha desktop.
Ubuntu LTSMokshaStableIntermediate2 GB+ RAM
Very light Moksha desktop
#48 overallProfile
