Sway 1.11 is now available, featuring HDR10 support, multi-GPU compatibility, and enhanced Wayland screen capture. Discover the latest improvements in this powerful, i3-inspired compositor—perfect for Linux power users and developers.
Key Features of Sway 1.11
Simon Ser announced the release of Sway 1.11, a significant update to the i3-inspired Wayland compositor that birthed the wlroots library. This version introduces cutting-edge optimizations for Linux desktop environments, making it a must-have for developers and power users.
1. Rebased on wlroots 0.19 for Enhanced Performance
Sway 1.11 now integrates wlroots 0.19, unlocking:
✔ HDR10 support via *color-manager-v1* protocol
✔ Explicit synchronization for smoother rendering
✔ Multi-GPU support (display-only devices)
✔ Direct scan-out with cropping/scaling buffers
✔ Scene-graph optimizations for better efficiency
2. Advanced Wayland Protocol Support
This update introduces:
linux-drm-syncobj-v1 (explicit sync)
alpha-modifier-v1 (transparency control)
image-copy-capture-v1 & image-capture-source-v1 (improved screen recording)
data-control-v1 (clipboard management)
3. Improved Security & Usability
Pointer keys now configurable in keymaps
security-context-v1 metadata exposed via Sway IPC
Why Sway 1.11 Matters for Linux Users
🔹 Better Performance for High-End Workstations
With multi-GPU support and HDR10 compatibility, Sway 1.11 is ideal for:
✔ 4K/8K video editing
✔ Game streaming on Linux
✔ Developer workflows requiring low-latency rendering
🔹 Future-Proof Wayland Integration
Sway continues leading the Wayland compositor space, offering:
✔ Seamless screen capture (essential for content creators)
✔ Enhanced clipboard control (better productivity)
✔ Explicit sync (reduced tearing & lag)
🔹 Who Should Upgrade?
Linux power users seeking a tiling window manager
Developers needing Wayland-native workflows
Gamers & streamers optimizing for low-latency displays
Download & Additional Resources
📥 Get Sway 1.11 on GitHub
🔍 Looking for alternatives? Compare Sway with Hyprland, River, or i3-gaps for the best Linux window manager experience.
FAQ: Sway 1.11
❓ Is Sway better than i3 for Wayland?
A: Yes—Sway offers native Wayland support, whereas i3 runs on X11 (with limited Wayland compatibility).
❓ Does Sway 1.11 support Nvidia GPUs?
A: Yes, with multi-GPU support, but Nvidia’s proprietary drivers may still have limitations.
❓ Can I use Sway for gaming?
A: Absolutely! Explicit sync & HDR10 make it viable for Linux gaming setups.
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