CachyOS
Key info
- Distro type
- Rolling release
- Built on
- Arch Linux
- Package manager
- pacman
- Focus
- Less initial setup
- Difficulty
CachyOS combines Arch Linux with a graphical installer and packages tuned for performance. It uses both Arch’s software repositories and its own.
The installer reduces the initial setup work, but CachyOS still follows a rolling release model. You’ll need to keep the system updated and be prepared to handle maintenance as software changes.
Unique features
- Performance tweaks: Tuned for newer processors.
- Guided setup: An installer with plenty of desktop choices.
- Hardware detection: Helps install the drivers you need.