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Linux 7.1 adds AMDGPU driver updates for DCN 4.2 and GFX 12.1

The Linux kernel 7.1 includes updates to the AMDGPU driver, introducing support for AMD DCN 4.2 IP and GFX 12.1. These enhancements also cover GCN 1.1 APU DC. The developments were reported by Phoronix.

Verisilicon DC8200 and Coreboot framebuffer drivers submitted for Linux 7.1

28. februar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Developers have submitted drivers for the Verisilicon DC8200 and Coreboot framebuffer to the DRM-Next branch for inclusion in Linux kernel version 7.1. This update aims to enhance support for specific graphics hardware in the open-source operating system. The submission was reported by Phoronix, a site focused on Linux hardware and performance.

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RADV Vulkan Driver Update Fixes VM Faults on Early AMD GCN GPUs

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Intel's Xe driver outperforms i915 on Arc Alchemist GPUs in Linux 6.19

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Mesa 26.0 NVK driver improves support for Turing GPUs

NVIDIA releases 590.48.01 stable graphics driver for Linux, BSD, and Solaris

NVIDIA has launched the 590.48.01 graphics driver, the first stable release in the 590 'New Feature' series for Linux, BSD, and Solaris systems. Following last week's 580.119.02 production branch, it enhances Wayland compatibility, Vulkan performance, and fixes bugs while raising minimum software requirements.

CentOS Kmods SIG provides NVIDIA open GPU kernel modules

14. december 2025 Rapporteret af AI

The CentOS Kmods Special Interest Group has announced support for NVIDIA's open GPU kernel modules on RHEL and CentOS systems. This initiative aims to enhance Linux hardware compatibility for users of these distributions. The development is covered by Phoronix, a key resource for Linux hardware news.

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