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Pop!_OS

An Ubuntu-based operating system tailored for STEM workflows, creative professionals, and gamers, featuring out-of-the-box hybrid graphics.

No guides yet · Last reviewed 7 Nov 2026

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At a glance

Pop!_OS

Family
Debian-based
First release
2017
Release model
Fixed release (based on Ubuntu)
Package manager
apt (Flatpak enabled by default)
Init system
systemd
Architecture
x86_64, arm64
Installer
Pop Installer (developed with elementary OS)
Default desktop
COSMIC (written in Rust)

Overview

Developed by computer manufacturer System76, Pop!_OS is crafted to streamline developer workflows, gaming, and STEM computing.

It ships separate installer ISOs with preconfigured NVIDIA graphics drivers, automated window tiling, dedicated recovery partitions, and full-disk encryption enabled by default during installation.

Is it for you?

Good fit if you…

  • use laptops with hybrid Intel/AMD and NVIDIA graphics switching
  • want auto-tiling windows and productive developer keyboard navigation
  • value out-of-the-box drive encryption and a built-in recovery partition

Look elsewhere if you…

  • prefer a rolling-release distribution with upstream bleeding-edge packages (try Arch Linux)
  • seek a lightweight setup for older, resource-constrained laptops (try Linux Mint or Alpine)

Everyday commands

Full cheat sheet →
sudo apt update
Update package indices from Pop!_OS and Ubuntu mirrors.
sudo apt full-upgrade
Perform a complete system upgrade resolving package transitions.
sudo apt install <package>
Install a Debian package from the repositories.
flatpak install flathub <app>
Install a sandboxed desktop application from Flathub.
system76-power graphics
Display the active graphics power profile on hybrid laptops.

Official resources