Nvidia has released a significant update to its GPU driver, allowing RTX owners to activate DLSS 4 in games and apps that don't currently support it. The new driver, version 572.16, brings improved image quality and reduced VRAM usage to a wide range of users, marking a major milestone in the company's ongoing efforts to enhance the gaming experience.

The update coincides with the launch of Nvidia's next-generation RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs, which debut DLSS 4 in 75 games and apps. However, the new override feature in the Nvidia app means that RTX owners can now switch to the company's new transformer model, even if developers haven't updated their games to support DLSS 4. This move is likely to be welcomed by gamers who want to take advantage of the latest technology without waiting for game updates.

In addition to the DLSS 4 update, Nvidia has also improved its RTX Video Super Resolution (VSR) feature, which can upscale old blurry YouTube videos. The new model uses 30% fewer GPU resources on the highest-quality setting, making it more accessible to a wider range of RTX GPUs. Furthermore, VSR will now upscale HDR video, allowing users to enjoy higher-quality video content.

RTX 40-series owners will also benefit from the update, gaining access to a new frame generation model that is 40% faster and uses 30% less VRAM than the previous model. This should result in improved performance and reduced resource usage for these users.

For those purchasing RTX 50-series cards, the update brings the ability to enable DLSS Multi Frame Generation. This feature builds on top of Frame Generation, generating three additional frames per traditionally rendered frame. In Nvidia's RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 reviews, the feature was found to be a promising addition, but only works well if the base frame rate after DLSS Super Resolution is applied is high.

The implications of this update are significant, as it demonstrates Nvidia's commitment to continually improving the gaming experience for its users. By providing access to DLSS 4 and other advanced features, Nvidia is setting a new standard for image quality and performance in the gaming industry.

Users can download the latest 572.16 drivers directly from Nvidia or use the Nvidia app to get the latest release. As the gaming landscape continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Nvidia's updates shape the future of graphics processing and gaming technology.