rxvt-unicode vs LXTerminal : Which is Better?

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rxvt-unicode

rxvt-unicode is a customizable terminal emulator forked from rxvt.

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Mac OS X Linux

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LXTerminal

LXTerminal is the standard terminal emulator of LXDE. Developed by LXDE.org

License: Open Source

Categories: OS & Utilities

Apps available for Linux BSD

rxvt-unicode VS LXTerminal

rxvt-unicode is a lightweight terminal emulator that offers extensive customization and performance, making it ideal for power users. In contrast, LXTerminal provides a user-friendly interface integrated with the LXDE environment, offering solid features but with slightly higher resource consumption.

rxvt-unicode

Pros:

  • Lightweight and fast
  • Highly customizable
  • Supports Unicode and many character encodings
  • Allows for multiple tabs and windows
  • Can be used with various shells and applications

Cons:

  • Limited graphical features compared to some other terminals
  • Requires manual configuration for optimal use
  • Less support for modern features like split panes

LXTerminal

Pros:

  • User-friendly interface
  • Integrated with LXDE desktop environment
  • Supports multiple profiles
  • Good support for keyboard shortcuts
  • Built-in support for transparency and font customization

Cons:

  • May be heavier on resources compared to rxvt-unicode
  • Limited customization compared to some advanced terminals
  • Less flexible in terms of shell compatibility

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