Nvidia has launched version 580.126.09 of its graphics driver, targeting improved support for recent Linux kernels. This minor update addresses compatibility issues and fixes specific display bugs for users on Linux, FreeBSD, and Solaris platforms. The release builds on the 580 series' recent advancements in Wayland and performance optimizations.
Nvidia announced the release of its 580.126.09 graphics driver on January 13, 2026, aimed at bolstering compatibility with the latest Linux kernel versions. This production branch update is available for download as binary installers for 64-bit and AArch64 (ARM64) GNU/Linux distributions, as well as for 64-bit FreeBSD and 32-bit/64-bit Solaris systems.
Key improvements include enhanced support for FP16 DRM formats through an update to libnvidia-egl-gbm. The driver also resolves a bug that previously blocked certain display modes requiring YUV 4:2:0 subsampling. Users with drivers installed via their distribution's repositories are advised to wait for official package updates from maintainers, as this is the recommended stable version.
The 580 series, introduced last month, brought several enhancements for Linux users. It added support for the fifo-v1 Wayland protocol in Vulkan and fixed crashes in GTK 4 applications using the Vulkan backend on Wayland. Additionally, it reduces interrupt handling time for low-latency displays by deferring work and enables the RMIntrLockingMode feature by default, which helps minimize stutter, particularly in virtual reality applications.
For those seeking cutting-edge features, Nvidia's 590 series offers further refinements, including better Wayland and Vulkan support. The changelog for 580.126.09 is available on Nvidia's official website, where the binaries can be downloaded immediately.
This release underscores Nvidia's ongoing efforts to maintain robust graphics performance across open-source ecosystems, ensuring smoother experiences for developers and gamers alike.
