What’s new: A user expresses frustration with HDMI technology, citing issues with specifications and compatibility, particularly for high refresh rates and resolutions on PCs. The user advocates for DisplayPort as a superior alternative, especially for Linux users, due to HDMI’s restrictive support and royalty requirements. Despite these grievances, HDMI remains the standard for TVs, with no immediate alternatives widely adopted.
Who’s affected
Administrators and developers using HDMI for multimedia interfaces, especially in environments requiring high-resolution displays or Linux systems, may face compatibility issues and limitations with HDMI 2.1 and above.
What to do
- Consider transitioning to DisplayPort for PC setups to avoid HDMI’s compatibility issues, especially for high refresh rates and resolutions.
- Stay informed about emerging standards like GPMI, which may offer better features and compatibility in the future.
- Evaluate current hardware and software dependencies on HDMI and plan for potential alternatives.
