NVIDIA kicked off CES 2026 with a significant upgrade to its AI-powered graphics technology, announcing DLSS 4.5. This latest iteration promises substantial improvements in both image quality and frame generation, aiming to deliver an even more immersive and fluid gaming experience for GeForce RTX users.
Key Takeaways
- DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution: Features a 2nd generation transformer model for superior image quality across all GeForce RTX GPUs.
- Dynamic Multi Frame Generation: Intelligently adjusts frame generation to match display refresh rates.
- 6X Multi Frame Generation Mode: Offers up to a 6x performance boost, enabling over 240 FPS gaming with path tracing on RTX 50 Series GPUs.
- Wider Availability: DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution is available now for over 400 games, with Frame Generation features rolling out in Spring 2026.
Enhanced Image Quality with 2nd Gen Transformer
NVIDIA’s DLSS 4.5 introduces a sophisticated 2nd generation transformer model for its Super Resolution technology. Building on years of research, this new model utilizes five times the compute power of its predecessor and has been trained on an expanded, high-fidelity dataset. This allows for a deeper understanding of game scenes, leading to improved lighting, sharper edges, and enhanced motion clarity. The new model operates directly in linear space, resolving challenges faced by older anti-aliasing techniques and preserving the full color range and detail in high-contrast scenes. This upgrade significantly reduces ghosting and improves temporal stability, making Performance and Ultra Performance modes more viable for high-resolution gaming.
Revolutionizing Frame Generation
DLSS 4.5 also brings major advancements to frame generation. The new 6X Multi Frame Generation mode, exclusive to GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, can generate up to five additional frames for every natively rendered frame, potentially multiplying performance by six. This feature, combined with NVIDIA Reflex, aims to provide the smoothest path-traced gaming experiences yet, unlocking the potential of high-refresh-rate monitors and enabling over 240 FPS gaming with path tracing on RTX 50 Series GPUs. Additionally, Dynamic Multi Frame Generation acts as an intelligent system, automatically adjusting the frame generation multiplier to match the display’s refresh rate, ensuring optimal performance and responsiveness without manual intervention.
Availability and Compatibility
NVIDIA DLSS 4.5 Super Resolution is available immediately for all GeForce RTX GPUs through a beta update to the NVIDIA app, supporting over 400 games and applications. The new Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and 6X Multi Frame Generation modes are slated for release in Spring 2026, initially for GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. These updates are designed to be backward compatible with existing DLSS integrations, allowing for a smoother transition for developers and gamers alike.
Via NVIDIA
