Fixing the Nvidia Graphics Screen Flicker Issue

I know there are a lot of questions about this -- I've read at least 100 questions about it but still can't find a solution to the Nvidia screen flicker issue. I've had this issue since 11.10. The screen jitters and flickers about every 3-5 seconds. I'm running Ubuntu 12.04 LTS on a Gateway GT5028 with the Nvidia 6100. Any solution would be appreciated. I'd like to see this issue resolved for me.

Solution 1:

This worked for me:

• Install Compiz Config, from a terminal, type:

  sudo apt-get install compizconfig-settings-manager

• From the launcher, execute CompizConfig Settings Manager

• Check the checkbox in "Utility -> Workarounds -> Force full screen redraws (buffer swap) on repaint"

I have a Dell XPS laptop with a Nvidia GT 525m, using Ubuntu 14.04.

I base this solution on the answers on this thread: Weird partial screen flickering after upgrade to 14.04

Solution 2:

Try turning dithering off (disabled) using nvidia-settings. If the problem is resolved, update /etc/X11/xorg.conf to add (Option "FlatPanelProperties" "Dithering=Disabled") to the Screen section. Good luck.