DLSS 5 update improves performance and reduces memory use

NVIDIA has announced an update to its DLSS 5 technology that significantly improves performance while reducing memory consumption. This update builds on earlier claims made when DLSS 5 was first introduced in September, emphasizing that the technology is part of a long-term development plan for NVIDIA's graphics cards.

Performance gains and memory savings

The latest update to DLSS 5 provides a 40% increase in performance and a 20% reduction in VRAM usage. These improvements are the result of systematic pipeline optimizations and enhancements to the neural network models used in the technology. This marks a significant leap from the initial DLSS 5 version, which required two GeForce RTX 5090 cards to perform the same tasks.

NBA 2K27 and the future of gaming

NVIDIA highlighted NBA 2K27 as a game that will benefit from the new DLSS 5 improvements, particularly in terms of animation smoothness and visual rendering. The game, developed by 2K Games, is set to take full advantage of DLSS 5's capabilities. However, NVIDIA notes that the actual performance gains may vary depending on the user's hardware configuration.

Further improvements and game support

NVIDIA also mentions that the updated DLSS 5 model has a 24% smaller footprint, reaching about 118 million parameters, while reducing VRAM consumption by 20% in 4K resolution. This means that the GPU load is effectively halved compared to the September version, while maintaining similar visual quality. New games using DLSS 5 are being released, and NVIDIA has announced support for additional titles.

New games and compatibility dates

NVIDIA highlighted Hogwarts Legacy as a game that will be compatible with DLSS 5, with a confirmed date of November 5th for the update. The company also mentioned Where Winds Meet as another game that will support DLSS 5, though it is expected to launch later, by the end of November 2026. NVIDIA encourages users to visit its dedicated page to compare the visual improvements of DLSS 5 before and after application.

New preset for performance optimization

NVIDIA introduced a new preset for multi-frame generation (MFG) called preset C, aimed at improving performance on smaller GPUs. This preset is distinct from the "performance" mode in DLSS Super Resolution and is currently in beta testing. Users can activate it through the NVIDIA App by enabling the "beta" update channel, with performance gains of around 30% reported in specific configurations.