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ChimeraOS vs Garuda Linux: catalog facts
ChimeraOS	Garuda Linux
Free Free to download.	Free Free to download.
Linux	Linux
Fully controller-compatible interface Automatic updates that run in the background	Dedicated gaming edition Chaotic-AUR for prebuilt AUR packages
Not designed as a general desktop system Built around Steam Big Picture	Arch base with rolling updates needs regular attention Heavier default desktop than minimal distributions
Operating system	Operating system
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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