FERRAMENTAS LINUX: Linux 6.17 Kernel Update: New DRM Features, HDMI CEC Support & GPU Enhancements

domingo, 15 de junho de 2025

Linux 6.17 Kernel Update: New DRM Features, HDMI CEC Support & GPU Enhancements

Discover the latest Linux 6.17 kernel updates, including DRM core HDMI CEC support, Hyper-V DRM_Panic, Qualcomm QAIC RAS, and new GPU drivers for Rockchip & Allwinner. Learn how these advancements improve 4K output, display control, and enterprise-grade graphics performance.

Key DRM & GPU Enhancements in Linux 6.17

The Linux 6.17 kernel, slated for release this summer, introduces groundbreaking Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) updates, reinforcing Linux’s dominance in enterprise graphics, embedded systems, and 4K/8K media workflows.

1. HDMI CEC & YUV420 Output Now in DRM Core

HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is now natively supported in the DRM core, enabling seamless control of HDMI-connected devices (TVs, soundbars, A/V receivers).

YUV420 output enhances HDR and 4K/8K media playback, critical for home theater PCs and digital signage.

Existing drivers (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel) benefit from standardized CEC helpers, reducing fragmentation.

2. New GPU & Accelerator Support

Rockchip RK3528 GPU (Lima driver) – Ideal for ARM-based SBCs and embedded Linux devices.

Qualcomm QAIC accelerator gains RAS (Reliability, Availability, Serviceability) for AI/ML workloads.

Allwinner H616 (Sun4i driver) – Powers budget-friendly media centers and IoT displays.

Texas Instruments AM62L (TIDSS driver) – Targets industrial automation and automotive HUDs.

3. Enterprise & Hypervisor Upgrades

DRM_Panic support for Hyper-V ensures stable GPU passthrough in virtualized environments.
IMX8qxq display controller (I.MX driver) enhances real-time rendering for medical/defense systems.

The update adds HDMI CEC core support, YUV420 output, and GPU drivers for Rockchip, Qualcomm, and Texas Instruments, advancing Linux’s capabilities in 4K media, AI acceleration, and industrial displays.