Linux Mint 21.2: CINNAMON vs XFCE! Which is better for YOU? 🔥

🌐✨ Join us in the ultimate showdown between two powerful desktop environments - CINNAMON and XFCE - as we explore the diverse landscapes of Linux Mint 21.2! Whether you're a seasoned Linux enthusiast or diving into the open-source world for the first time, this comprehensive guide will help you unravel the differences and choose the desktop experience that aligns perfectly with your preferences.

🐧 In this in-depth comparison video, we'll dissect the features, aesthetics, and performance of both CINNAMON and XFCE. From the sleek visual appeal of CINNAMON to the lightweight efficiency of XFCE, we leave no stone unturned, providing valuable insights to aid your decision-making process.

📌 What to expect in this comparison:
1️⃣ CINNAMON's modern aesthetics vs XFCE's lightweight simplicity
2️⃣ Resource utilization and system performance analysis
3️⃣ Desktop customization options for personalization
4️⃣ Default applications and user interface comparison
5️⃣ Choosing based on workflow and use case
6️⃣ Pro tips for optimizing your chosen desktop environment

💡 Whether you're prioritizing aesthetics, performance, or a perfect blend of both, this video is your go-to resource for deciding between CINNAMON and XFCE in Linux Mint 21.2.

🔗 Ready to navigate the desktop waters and choose your ideal Linux Mint experience? Click play now and join us on an in-depth exploration of CINNAMON vs XFCE! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more Linux comparisons, tutorials, and tech content. Happy desktop choosing, Linux enthusiasts! 🚀🖥️

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:17 Install
01:53 First Login & Updates
04:10 Bottom Panel
04:52 Speed Test
05:33 Driver Manager
06:05 System Monitor
06:41 HTOP
07:47 File Manager
08:08 System Settings
09:30 Firefox
09:58 Software Manager
11:13 System Tray
12:48 Neofetch
13:35 Release Cycle
13:45 Wallpaper
14:09 Outro

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[TheLinuxITGuy]

What 2 distros would you like to see go head to head next? 🤔

[cbrnmr]

Cinnamon windows don't return to previous custom size after maximizing and then restoring the way XFCE does. I find XFCE panel control is easier for changing color/transparency.

[timolaf]

Very well presented. And that was exactly what I was looking for today, so thanks!

[bassnfool]

Your videos and most others show these desktop environments in a way which makes rhem seem all but identical. I would like to see a comparison that hightlights things that would make someone choose one over another. Things like cinnamon's expo view or mate's integration with compiz. Special features that one has that maybe another doesn't. Mint makes them look the same but each has strengths and weaknesses. These will help us compare.

[flemtone]

A good way to test a desktop is to run glmark2 in window mode and the final score usually lets you know which desktop is more performant.

[JCO]

I have 21.2 Cinnamon on my desktop - a pretty fast machine with 32 GB of RAM. My laptop is an old Lenovo G505 and I decided to try it with 21.2 Xfce (it was dual boot Win 8.1 and Mint 18) doing erase and install. For whatever reason, it was dog slow, so I replaced it with Cinnamon and it worked much, much better. Since then, I replaced the drive with a 1 TB SSD, increased the RAM from 4 to 16, and it's actually pretty good. So, in my experience, stick with Cinnamon.

[u]

Only thing I care about is the difference in DM functionality, so in this video I don't see the difference except for resource usage? I more familiar with XFCE & one thing I like about it, is its' use of key bind shortcuts similar to WMs tiling. What am I missing?

[TruthProvider]

I use Cinnamon on an old computer with an Intel CoreDuo and just 4gb ram and a ssd. I’m not a gamer. Just email etc. It runs surprisingly well. Part of me always wonders if I should have rather installed Xfce. Based on your video comparing the resource use between the two, I’ll stick with Cinnamon.

[mohamadzx]

What about Mate isnt it also great for a good balance between fast and lightweight

[lmotaku]

I am curious why they still have multiple flavors. I guess it's for non-networked systems, because even in the days of netbsd we were able to select our necessary packages before the initial initiation. You'd think they'd just make one install with the applicable "Select your desktop environment" prompt and download the scripts/software based on it. I've always consider gnome the most memory heavy, KDE CPU heavy and xfce a low-end version of both. I just mean comparatively xfce was fine for like old Athlon/512MB-1GB ram systems. Gnome was always fine for 2GB-4GB, and KDE used like 1-2GB, but had fancier features and effects, like a bouncy loading icon. I imagine their differences are hardly felt in modern kernels/hardware. I felt justified in the htop section. lol

[dragonballjiujitsu]

You know, I can remember back when ppl would choose the XFCE version of Linux Mint because it was super light on system resources compared to cinnamon. Now there is only about 100mb difference and cinnamon has remained consistent. XFCE 3-4 years ago would be using in the high 300 to low 400mb range. Its simply not worth it anymore.

[swinoob]

I use both on 2 pcs and I prefer cinnamon.

[antoniiocaluso]

EXCELLENT in every WAY!! tanx :-))) sub'd/liked. a request, plz...HOW might I get my paid-for CAD-software ( ActCAD ) to work on LinuxM_XFCE ? Total L-nerd, but 44+ years a CAD-guy (aka: old))). ActCAD's my sweet $$$-maker, but with W10's end, I'll bet there's a zillion CAD-folks, like me, who are wanting to learn HOW, too!!! IT-guy, YOU are...the BEST for knowing dis stuff ))) buona fortuna!