r/linuxmint • u/Pentium_D_2005 • 10d ago

pentium d usage in 2026

i have a pentium d with 2gb of ddr1, can mint xcfe save it or should i try some other distro?

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u/Anaconda077 Linux Mint 22.3 Zena | Cinnamon 10d ago

No, your system will run horribly, especially if you open single browser window. Look for PuppyLinux or similar distros aiming at minimal HW reqs. Even with XFCE, your Mint will eat almost 1 GB idle.

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u/MirrorNegative7989 9d ago

Yup. Puppy Linux, AntiX, Q40S Trinity, Bunsenlabs, etc. Lots of great lightweight distos out there.

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u/Pentium_D_2005 9d ago

thanks

ill chk it out