If you need a distribution with a higher kernel then take a look at PCLOS Debian, no systemd, no pulse audio but pipewire out of the box. They have different DE isos, xfce, MATE, Cinnamon, budgie, Plasma (my personal preference. If you don't need a desktop to look like Windos 10 menu wise then go for the latest based on Debian 13. You could take a look at Q4OS 6.4 (it's at r.1, codenamed "andromeda"):
same Plasma release as current PCLOS Debian but a lower kernel. PCLOS Debian uses Liquorix kernel.
If you have time, take a look at Artix, multiple DE isos with multiple init choices without systemd.