When comparing MorphOS vs Phoenix OS Desktop, the Slant community recommends MorphOS for most people. In the question“What are the best operating systems for old laptops?” MorphOS is ranked 6th while Phoenix OS Desktop is ranked 15th. The most important reason people chose MorphOS is:
If you have used and loved Amiga, this is like classic Amiga but more stable and fun to use.
Specs
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Pros
Pro User-friendly
If you have used and loved Amiga, this is like classic Amiga but more stable and fun to use.
Pro Lightweight
Super lightweight, start up takes less than 20 seconds on 10 year old hardware. Works on most PowerPC-hardware by Apple.
Pro Old Amiga software compatibility
I was surprised to see most of my must have Amiga software worked without problems here like AmIrc, ArtEffect and Personal Paint.
Pro Customizable
You can customize the GUI or download already made parts of GUI from MorphOS storage sites like this one here.
Pro Free
It is free.
Pro Based on Android-x86
It's based on Android-x86 and includes the Google Play store so you can use the same apps as on your Android phone/tablet.
Pro Plenty of apps
There is an Android app for every task.
Cons
Con Entirely lacks in security
There's no security at all. All programs share the same memory. The system can easily get hacked, even by a less skilled hacker.
Con Lack of software
Compatible with most modern Amiga software compiled for MorphOS, but does not run modern Windows or MacOS software.
Con Android apps are mainly made for touchpads
Even if the system works on a normal PC, you still have to deal with hamburger menus & co.
Con Limited hardware support
Hardware support is limited.