It's a great time to be a gamer, with the latest updates from Nvidia bringing exciting new features to existing RTX GPU owners.
The launch of the RTX 50 series is certainly generating buzz, but it's not just about the shiny new hardware - Nvidia is also giving existing RTX owners some exciting updates. The latest GPU driver (572.16) allows you to force DLSS 4 inside games or apps that don't currently support it, providing improved image quality and even less VRAM usage in some cases.
DLSS 4: A Game-Changer for Existing RTX Owners
While DLSS 4 is debuting today in 75 games and apps, the Nvidia app now has a new override feature that will improve image quality in games that use DLSS by allowing you to switch to Nvidia's new transformer model. This means you don't have to wait on developers to update their games - existing RTX owners can experience the benefits of DLSS 4 right away.
Smooth Motion: A New Feature for RTX 50-Series Owners
Nvidia also surprised potential RTX 50-series owners with a new Smooth Motion feature in today's driver update. It's a driver-based AI model that enables "smoother gameplay by inferring an additional frame between two rendered frames" for games without DLSS Frame Generation support. Nvidia says Smooth Motion is exclusive to the RTX 50-series and can be applied to games running with DLSS Super Resolution, at native resolution, or even titles with other upscaling technologies - it will typically double "the perceived frame rate."
More Efficient Models for Existing RTX Owners
Existing RTX owners will also get access to more efficient models, including a new and more efficient transformer model that uses 30 percent fewer GPU resources on the highest-quality setting. This means more RTX GPUs can enable this feature, making it a great update for those who already own an RTX GPU.
Overall, Nvidia's latest updates are a great reason to be excited about gaming news - whether you're an existing RTX owner or looking to upgrade to the new RTX 50 series, there's something for everyone. With DLSS 4, Smooth Motion, and more efficient models on offer, it's clear that Nvidia is committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in gaming.