Is this with a specific audio codec and passthrough enabled?
auto HDR switching: no, not supported HD audio: yes, supported with alsa - however relies on a working hda_intel kernel driver for your GPU auto refresh rate changing: yes, with “native” x11 desktop (not wayland or x11 on wayland)
For absolute beginners, use Ubuntu Desktop, it’s pretty straightforward to install and use.
For the ultimate HTPC experience, use Windows 11 with an NVIDIA GPU - it works flawlessly.
