What would Fedora actually offer over Mint?

The biggest difference is usually fresher software. Fedora tends to ship newer kernels, desktop components, and graphics-stack updates than Mint, which can be useful if you have recent hardware or want newer features. If Mint already runs everything you need, though, newer versions may not feel like a benefit by themselves.

Fedora sits in a middle ground: it has regular releases, but it is not a rolling distribution. You get updates more often than on many long-term-support systems, without opting into a constant stream of major changes. That suits people who want current software but still prefer planned releases.

There is a small setup tradeoff. Fedora’s installer does not include some proprietary drivers and media codecs, so you may need to enable an additional software source and install those afterward. It is manageable, but Mint can be simpler if you want the basics ready with less setup.

A lot of the appeal is that Fedora is a well-maintained desktop system with a relatively current stack and a strong connection to broader Linux development. That can make it a good fit for people who like trying newer desktop or graphics improvements. It does not mean it will automatically be faster or more stable for every setup.

If your current system is stable and your games work, there may be no compelling reason to switch. Fedora is worth considering if you want newer kernels or desktop software, or simply prefer its release cadence. Otherwise, staying with Mint is a perfectly reasonable choice.