AMD's FSR 4 coming to RDNA 2 could give the Xbox Series X a PS5 Pro-like upgrade
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Key Points:
- AMD announced that its AI-powered FSR 4.1 upscaling technology will officially support RDNA 3 (Radeon RX 7000 Series) GPUs starting in July, with RDNA 2 (Radeon RX 6000 Series) GPUs receiving support in 2027.
- FSR 4.1 offers significant image quality improvements over FSR 3.1, particularly at 1080p and 1440p resolutions, by adapting to older hardware through an INT8 version compatible with first-generation Radeon AI accelerators.
- This update benefits gaming handhelds like the ROG Xbox Ally X, Lenovo Legion Go, MSI Claw A8, and Valve's upcoming Steam Machine, enhancing portable gaming visuals.
- Xbox Series X, equipped with RDNA 2 hardware, stands to gain a substantial visual upgrade comparable to the PlayStation 5 Pro through native FSR 4.1 support, potentially improving 4K image sharpness and reducing motion blur.
- Despite the advantages, RDNA 2 users, including Xbox Series X owners, will have to wait until 2027 for FSR 4.1 support, missing out on enhancements for major 2026 Xbox game releases.