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At a Glance
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Star Rating
(446)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (48.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Linux Mint
Linux Mint
Star Rating
(161)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (53.8% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Linux Mint excels in RAM management, allowing for efficient multitasking on lower-end hardware, while Chrome OS is noted for its streamlined performance but can struggle with memory-intensive applications.
  • Reviewers mention that the ease of setup for Chrome OS is superior, with a quick installation process and automatic updates, whereas Linux Mint requires a bit more technical knowledge to install and configure properly.
  • G2 users highlight that Linux Mint offers robust data backup options through tools like Timeshift, which allows for easy system snapshots, while Chrome OS relies heavily on cloud storage, which may not suit users who prefer local backups.
  • Users on G2 indicate that Chrome OS has better error detection capabilities, with built-in diagnostics that help identify and resolve issues quickly, while Linux Mint's error detection is less automated and may require manual intervention.
  • Reviewers say that the quality of support for Linux Mint is somewhat lacking compared to Chrome OS, which benefits from Google's extensive support resources and community forums, making troubleshooting easier for users.
  • Users report that while both operating systems have a similar star rating, Chrome OS shines in user satisfaction regarding ease of use, particularly for non-technical users, whereas Linux Mint is favored by those who appreciate customization and control over their environment.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Chrome OS
No pricing available
Linux Mint
No pricing available
Free Trial
Chrome OS
No trial information available
Linux Mint
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
360
8.9
127
Ease of Use
9.3
366
9.0
126
Ease of Setup
9.3
109
9.0
44
Ease of Admin
9.0
54
8.7
34
Quality of Support
8.7
331
8.2
120
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
54
8.2
31
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
359
8.0
122
Features by Category
Not enough data
Not enough data
Memory Management - Operating System
8.5
23
Not enough data
Device Management - Operating System
8.7
22
Not enough data
Backup and Recovery - Operating System
8.7
23
Not enough data
Error Detection - Operating System
8.7
21
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Linux Mint
Linux Mint
Chrome OS and Linux Mint are categorized as Operating System
Unique Categories
Chrome OS
Chrome OS has no unique categories
Linux Mint
Linux Mint has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
48.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
18.3%
Linux Mint
Linux Mint
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
53.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
32.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
14.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Information Technology and Services
14.3%
Computer Software
11.8%
Education Management
4.5%
Marketing and Advertising
3.6%
Computer & Network Security
3.4%
Other
62.4%
Linux Mint
Linux Mint
Information Technology and Services
26.8%
Computer Software
22.3%
Newspapers
5.1%
Consumer Goods
5.1%
Computer & Network Security
5.1%
Other
35.7%
Most Helpful Reviews
Chrome OS
Chrome OS
Most Helpful Favorable Review
KE
Kane E.
Verified User in Automotive

Light and dynamic, Chrome OS is fast and not heavy on computing resources. Have used it on both Samsung and Lenovo products and have never missed a beat. It is great for travelling and does everything I need it to do. Google also commits to years of free...

Most Helpful Critical Review
MANABENDU K.
MK
MANABENDU K.
Verified User in Computer Software

You can't install most of the desktop application. Mainly non of the microsoft office products like MS WORD, EXCEL, PPT and many other tools. Even it lags quite offen. You can't really perform any heavy task on it.

Linux Mint
Linux Mint
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Carlos C.
CC
Carlos C.
Verified User in Consumer Goods

Linux Mint is perfect for old hardware, Mint is characterized by these low-resource features and taking advantage of a low-resource second-hand PC. Mint is supported forever and a desktop with three versions for different tastes, download the full package...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Sagar P.
SP
Sagar P.
Verified User in Computer & Network Security

buggy , many times errors during app install, update etc

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Chrome OS
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Linux Mint
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Discussions
Chrome OS
Chrome OS Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Chrome OS has no discussions with answers
Linux Mint
Linux Mint Discussions
how can i make partitions of my hard drive ?
1 comment
S R.
SR
Yes, you can do it. sending you a link please check...Read more
Virtual box
1 comment
Daniel C.
DC
Are you sure that it is Linux Mint defect and you were able to install it correctly? That might not be specific to Linux Mint. It is based on Debian, did you...Read more
My Screen Brightness buttons are not working in linux mint.
1 comment
Anees P.
AP
The highest quality or most excellent.Read more