Fedora 42 vs Ubuntu 25.04: Which is Best? (2025)

🚀 Fedora 42 or Ubuntu 25.04 "Plucky Puffin"? Dive into the ultimate comparison of these brand new Spring 2025 Linux releases! We break down everything you need to know to choose the right distro for you.

In this deep dive, we compare:

✨ Release Highlights: Key features of Fedora 42 (released April 15, 2025) and Ubuntu 25.04 (released April 17, 2025).
🖥️ Desktop Environment: GNOME 48 showdown! Including triple buffering, HDR support (Ubuntu), well-being features, and Fedora's new COSMIC spin option.
🛠️ Installation: Fedora's new Anaconda WebUI vs. Ubuntu's improved Ubiquity installer with BitLocker detection.
📦 Software & Dev Tools: DNF/Podman (Fedora) vs. APT/Snaps (Ubuntu). Latest toolchains explored: GCC 15, LLVM 20, Python 3.13.3, Kernel 6.14, Go 1.24, Rust 1.84, and more!

⚡ Performance: How does GNOME 48 perform on each? Smoother animations and system optimizations.
🔒 Security & Support: Support lifecycles (9 months for Ubuntu 25.04), kernel updates, and security enhancements.
🎯 Use Cases: Who is Fedora 42 best for (developers, enthusiasts, WSL users)? Who should choose Ubuntu 25.04 (new users, broad compatibility)?

Is Fedora's cutting-edge approach or Ubuntu's polished stability the winner for your needs? Watch now to find out!

(Optional: Consider adding Timestamps here)

0:00 Intro
1:15 Release Overview: Fedora 42 & Ubuntu 25.04
X:XX Installation Experience
X:XX Desktop & UI (GNOME 48 Deep Dive)
X:XX Software & Development
X:XX Performance Comparison
X:XX Security & Support Cycles
X:XX Who Should Use Which?
X:XX Conclusion

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[MRDH]

For some reason Ubuntu 25.04 performed better for me

[kozaksid]

Gosto do Ubuntu, mas estou interessado em migrar para o fedora

[illegalalien]

Dude sounds like Indian tech support lol

[Deimos_Fresh]

One is interim release, other is not. Interim releases always inferior.