I'm looking for recommendations on a Linux distribution that works really well with super ultrawide displays, specifically one at 5120x1440 resolution and 240Hz refresh rate. I've tried Fedora, Mint, and Debian, but the display quality feels off, like the colors are washed out compared to how vibrant they were on Windows.
I considered trying Hyprland, but I had issues with the Arch installation process – couldn't even create a partition, and I'm feeling a bit lost. What desktop environments would you suggest that look great on this setup? I love typing commands, but I need a clearer path forward!
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I think your best bet for a good experience is to go with something like KDE Plasma on Wayland. It works like a charm with the Samsung Odyssey ultrawide. Just make sure to calibrate your color settings when you set it up! That could really make a difference in how vibrant things look on your screen.
If you're looking for a setup that really pops, Arch with Hyprland could be striking, but it does have a learning curve. I've been using i3 on Ubuntu and Fedora with a plain black background, and it suits me just fine without visual clutter. But honestly, for an easy and visually appealing experience, KDE Plasma on OpenSUSE might be the way to go. It’s known to handle ultrawide displays pretty well.
Did you have to configure any specific color profiles or HDR settings to get it right?