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Xbox follows in PlayStation's footsteps, introducing AMD FSR 4.1, targeting better graphics and performance on Series X/S
Eurogamer.net • • technology
Key Points:
- AMD announced that its advanced AI-driven image upscaling technology, FSR 4.1, will be coming to Xbox Series X, Series S, and handhelds ROG Ally and Ally X, enhancing visual quality and performance.
- FSR 4.1 improves image sharpness by rendering games at lower resolutions and upscaling them using machine learning, benefiting especially hardware-constrained devices like Xbox Series S and handhelds.
- This update extends the lifespan of Xbox Series consoles by optimizing performance without additional hardware strain, coinciding with Sony's recent launch of a similar upscaling technology, QSSR, for PlayStation 5.
- The announcement comes amid reports of Xbox’s next-generation Project Helix consoles potentially costing over $1,800, which could impact their market adoption.
- Xbox CTO Scott Van Vliet emphasized ongoing collaboration with AMD to enhance gaming performance and hinted at future advancements with Project Helix, including the use of FSR Diamond technology.
