#ubuntu2604

so if you're even a little bit into Linux you've probably seen people losing their minds over two releases this month. and honestly? valid. because both PrismLinux and Ubuntu just shipped some genuinely exciting stuff and the PrismLinux vs Ubuntu debate in every Discord and forum right now is chef's kiss chaotic.

let me break it down for you in a way that doesn't make your eyes glaze over.

first — what even dropped?

Ubuntu released 26.04 LTS "Resolute Raccoon" on April 23, 2026. yes they named it a raccoon. yes i respect it.

this is a Long-Term Support release which means five whole years of security updates without you having to do anything dramatic. it ships with Linux kernel 7.0, went fully Wayland-only (R.I.P X.org, we barely tolerated you), enables disk encryption by default now, and replaced the classic sudo with a Rust-based version because apparently even system tools are going Rust in 2026. it's polished. it's stable. it's very "i just want my computer to work" energy.

then PrismLinux dropped version 2026.05.05 on May 5, 2026 and it's giving main character energy honestly. it's Arch-based and rolling-release so you're always on the latest everything. this release comes with a completely redesigned installer, kernel 7.0, GNOME 50, KDE Plasma LiveCD with Wayland auto-login, better NVIDIA support, and new little system tools baked in like prism-clean and prism-update which are genuinely useful and not just filler features.

okay but which one is actually better

here's the thing. it genuinely depends on your vibe.

if you're the type of person who wants to set up their computer once and not think about it for five years — Ubuntu. full stop. the installer is friendly, the community is enormous, and if something breaks there are approximately one million Stack Overflow answers waiting for you.

if you're the type of person who has opinions about window managers and gets excited about kernel patches — PrismLinux. the AUR alone is worth it. you want a package? it's there. you want Hyprland? done. you want your system to feel snappy on a six year old laptop? PrismLinux will deliver in a way Ubuntu just doesn't on lighter hardware.

the gaming situation

linux gaming in 2026 is actually really good and both distros handle it decently. PrismLinux has Liquorix and Zen kernel options which gaming people really love for low latency. Ubuntu 26.04 has NTSYNC in the kernel now and Steam + Proton basically just works out of the box.

so like. neither is a bad choice for gaming anymore. wild times.

bottom line

the whole PrismLinux vs Ubuntu thing isn't really about which one is objectively better. it's about what kind of Linux user you are or want to be.

Ubuntu is the reliable friend who always shows up on time.

PrismLinux is the chaotic talented friend who somehow makes everything work and looks cool doing it.

both valid. both good. pick your fighter. 🐧

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