Top Linux choice matches those specifications.
Top Linux choice matches those specifications.
I've had the same problem with Xfce. There is a particular process which bugs out and uses 100% of one core. Use htop to see what it is. You can uninstall it. This issue should be fixed upstream, but Mint has old packages so idk.
antiX 19.1 offers Debian-based software and strong support, making it a solid choice despite its appearance. It should function well on the described low-resource system, though RAM usage is likely the main constraint. Avoid the newest kernel or 64-bit versions; stick with what fits your setup. Give it a try!
I upgraded to 2GB but encountered the issue (and solution). I hope Google indexes this post. The problem stemmed from an external screen connected to the laptop. After adjusting the laptop settings to show only the external screen, the issue disappeared.