You can run Linux Mint 13 Cinnamon; and decide if you want to install it.
Linux Mint 13 Cinnamon uses 512 MB RAM; but 1GB is recommended; and 5 GB or more of disk space.
Linux Mint 13 Cinnamon uses Gnome 3 Technology, to make more usefull and easier to use,
Linux Mint 13 - KDE vs MATE vs Cinnamon
Linux Mint 13 Maya Cinnamon Interface - Outstanding.