Xubuntu, an Ubuntu variant featuring the Xfce desktop and many popular GNOME and MATE applications, has been updated to version 26.04: "The Xubuntu team is happy to announce the immediate release of Xubuntu 26.04. Xubuntu 26.04, code-named 'Resolute Raccoon', is a long-term support (LTS) release and will be supported for three years, until April 2029. It features the latest Xfce 4.20 and GNOME 49 updates. Xfce 4.20 updates feature stability improvements and enhanced Wayland support, for those adventurous enough to use it. GNOME 49 apps have received further polish and are well-suited for Xubuntu. MATE 1.28 apps are still included to round out Xubuntu's office suite.
Highlights: Xfce 4.20 components have received several stability improvements, including updates to Thunar, xfce4-panel, xfce4-session, Whisker Menu and the PulseAudio plugin; GIMP 3.2.2 - a significant update in the recently-stable GIMP 3.x series with new features and fixes; LibreOffice 26.2 - a full new release cycle with the latest features and compatibility improvements; Mousepad 0.7.0 - a notable feature release of Xubuntu's text editor; PipeWire 1.6.2 and GStreamer 1.28.2 - major updates to the audio and multimedia stack...." See the release announcement and the release notes for further information.
Download (SHA256, signature, pkglist): xubuntu-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (4,943MB, torrent), xubuntu-26.04-minimal-amd64.iso (3,076MB, torrent).
Here are the news and features of Xubuntu 26.04 LTS “Resolute Raccoon” in English
Xubuntu 26.04 LTS — News & Features
Xubuntu 26.04 is an official Ubuntu LTS flavor based on Ubuntu 26.04 “Resolute Raccoon”, designed to be lightweight, fast, and stable.
1. Ubuntu 26.04 base system
Like all official flavors, it includes:
- Linux kernel 7.0
- Updated graphics stack (Mesa, Vulkan)
- Wayland support (with X11 still available)
- Improved hardware compatibility
Result:
✔ modern system base
✔ better support for new hardware
✔ improved stability
️ 2. Xfce 4.20 desktop environment
Xubuntu uses the lightweight Xfce desktop, now updated to:
- Xfce 4.20
- improved performance and visual refinements
- faster Thunar file manager
In practice:
- simple and lightweight interface
- very low resource usage
- ideal for older or low-spec PCs
⚡ 3. Performance improvements
Thanks to the new Ubuntu base:
- faster boot times
- lower RAM usage compared to heavier desktops
- improved responsiveness
Result:
✔ excellent for older hardware
✔ very stable experience
4. Long-Term Support (LTS)
- Supported until April 2029
- Same enterprise-grade security updates as Ubuntu
Reliable for long-term use and stability-focused setups
5. Lightweight default applications
Xubuntu keeps a minimal software set:
- Firefox (web browser)
- Thunar (file manager)
- Mousepad (text editor)
- lightweight GTK utilities
Goal:
- fast system with minimal bloat
- efficient resource usage
6. Usability improvements
- simpler installation process
- better hardware detection
- refined system integration
Summary
Xubuntu 26.04 LTS is:
✔ lightweight
✔ fast and responsive
✔ stable and reliable
✔ based on Xfce 4.20
✔ ideal for older or low-end PCs
Who is it for?
Recommended if you want:
- a fast system on old hardware
- low memory usage
- a simple and stable desktop
Not ideal if you want:
- advanced visual effects (Kubuntu is better)
- creative workflows (Ubuntu Studio is better)
- AI features or smart assistants (Ubuntu Kylin is better)
Quick comparison
Distro
Focus
Ubuntu
general use
Kubuntu
customization + modern desktop
Ubuntu Studio
creative work
Ubuntu Kylin
simplicity + AI
Xubuntu
⭐ lightweight performance
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