- Linux DRM scheduler patches replace workqueues with kthread_work for asynchronous task execution.
- The change significantly reduces job submission latency when the system is overloaded with runnable CPU processes.
- It helps prevent compositors from missing frames and benefits high-priority DRM clients.
- Currently adapted for Intel Xe and Panthor Arm Mali drivers, with AMDGPU not expected to see major improvements.
- RFC patches are available on the dri-devel list for further review.