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# LibreELEC 11.0 Released With Kodi 20 and NVIDIA Graphics Support
- URL: https://itsfoss.com/news/libreelec-11-release/
- Published: 2023-03-07T09:55:21.000Z
- Updated: 2023-03-07T09:55:21.000Z
- Description: LibreELEC 11 releases with NVIDIA GPU support and Kodi 20.0 (Nexus).
- Author: Sourav Rudra
- Tags: Application Releases, News, #Import 2025-11-08 21:15

[LibreELEC](https://libreelec.tv/?ref=itsfoss.com) is a minimal OS primarily aimed at running the Kodi media player on various systems.

This operating system can be useful to those **looking to set up an HTPC** (Home Theater PC).

With the recent announcement, LibreELEC 11 seems to feature the newly introduced Kodi 20.0 'Nexus' at its core.

**Suggested Read** 📖

[Kodi 20.0 “Nexus” Update Includes Support for AV1 Video and Steam Deck ControllerMultiple major feature additions with the Kodi v20 release.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsSourav Rudra![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/01/kodi-nexus-20-release.png)](https://itsfoss.com/kodi-20-nexus-release/)

## 🆕 LibreELEC 11: What's New?

LibreELEC 11 features a few key improvements; some notable ones include:

### Improvements to the Generic Image

The Generic image of LibreELEC now **runs the GBM/V4L2 graphics stack** already being used on the ARM platforms.

Due to this, **support for HDR has been added** for recent AMD and Intel GPUs.

In addition to that, they have also introduced a Generic-Legacy image that runs the older X11 graphics stack used by older versions of LibreELEC (v7-v10).

This was done for a few specific reasons:

- If someone needs support for Nvidia GPUs.
- If someone is facing graphical glitches on older hardware.
- If someone wants to run the Chrome web browser.

### Extended Amlogic Support

Support for a bunch of older [Amlogic](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amlogic?ref=itsfoss.com) boards was restored that includes the **Amlogic S905, S905X/D, and S912**.

H264 and HEVC playback has improved, with HDR now working with HEVC/VP9 media on S905X/D and S912 devices.

In addition, Multi-Channel PCM and Pass-Through audio works on HDMI up to 7.1 channels with 1080p media running just fine with the AMLGX image of LibreELEC.

The developers also **chose not to add support for modern Amlogic hardware**, citing various driver support issues and to 'avoid negative feedback and user frustration'.

They recommend the following:

> If you have newer Amlogic hardware our recommendation is to run Kodi on the Android install that shipped with the box.   
>  
> If you choose to run AMLGX images on newer hardware; expect 1080p maximum output, and minimum interest from developers if you post known issues in the forums.

### DVB Add-ons Deactivated

DVB Add-ons have been deactivated because Digital Devices and TBS currently have no support for the recent kernels.

The developers have **suggested using LibreELEC 10** if someone requires such support.

You can go through the [release announcement](https://libreelec.tv/2023/03/06/libreelec-nexus-11-0-0/?ref=itsfoss.com) to learn more.

## 📥 Get LibreELEC 11

For new users, you can get the image files for your platform from the [downloads page](https://libreelec.tv/downloads/?ref=itsfoss.com) and installation instructions from the [wiki](https://wiki.libreelec.tv/?ref=itsfoss.com).

For existing users, you can follow the [update instructions](https://wiki.libreelec.tv/support/update?ref=itsfoss.com) to get the new release. It is recommended to take a backup of your content before upgrading.

🗒️

A clean installation is required if running LibreELEC 9 or older.