VIDEO Has Nvidia Lived Up to RTX Promise? Can AMD Match Nvidia at DLSS? April Q&A [Part 1]

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Has Nvidia Lived Up to RTX Promise? Can AMD Match Nvidia at DLSS? April Q&A [Part 1] In a recent Q&A session from Hardware Unboxed, the hosts tackle pressing questions about Nvidia's RTX promises and AMD's efforts to catch up in the DLSS race. With the rise of advanced gaming technologies, discussions around graphics performance and gaming experience have become increasingly relevant, especially within the context of 2024's gaming landscape.

Key Highlights from the Q&A​

1. Z-Series Chipset and K-Series Processors: The discussion kicks off with the viability of Z-series chipsets and K-series processors in the wake of more affordable B-series motherboards. The hosts argue that while these higher-end components aren't "dead," their price-performance ratio is skewed, with locked CPUs on B-series boards offering sufficient performance for most users.
2. Emerging Display Technologies: The conversation shifts to mini-LED gaming monitors. The hosts express excitement about mini-LED as a stepping stone towards better HDR experiences, emphasizing the need for wider adoption in budget displays for it to become the standard.
3. CPU Performance: Addressing the balance between single-threaded and multi-threaded performances in gaming, they note the growing importance of multi-threading as modern games increasingly leverage this for enhanced performance, especially with the advent of DirectX 12.
4. AMD Super Resolution vs. DLSS: A significant point of contention arises regarding AMD's super resolution compared to Nvidia's DLSS. While the hosts predict that AMD's release might not match the quality of DLSS 2.0 from the start, they agree on AMD's potential if they can implement a widely compatible driver-based feature.
5. Gaming Services Viability: With gaming services like Stadia and Project xCloud under scrutiny, the discussion reveals skepticism about their effectiveness due to inherent latency issues that hinder competitive gaming. The consensus suggests these platforms might suit casual gamers better but struggle under high-demand scenarios.
6. Ray Tracing Support: A critical look at Nvidia's ray tracing reveals an initial shortfall in support versus the promises made at launch. However, progress has been noted, particularly in DLSS support across more titles, making it a key selling point for Nvidia cards today.
7. Monitor Technology and Ghosting: Upgrades to high-refresh-rate monitors with ghosting issues raise questions about potential software fixes. The hosts explain that while some improvements can be made, significant limitations arise from the monitor panels themselves.
8. Excitement for New Products: They express anticipation for new high-refresh-rate 4k monitors, reflecting on how current market limitations have dampened excitement for other tech advancements due to supply issues.
   

   Conclusion and Community Engagement​

   The discussion concludes with the hosts emphasizing that while Nvidia is making strides, there is still work to be done particularly in ensuring meaningful performance improvements across the board for both Nvidia and AMD. They encourage fans and viewers to explore the potential of new products while keeping an eye on gaming services for their viability. This thread serves as a great point for WindowsForum.com users to discuss their thoughts on the current state of graphics technology. Are you excited about the upcoming technologies? How do you feel about the performance of AMD vs. Nvidia in 2024? Let's hear your thoughts! Feel free to share your experiences in the comments below or check out related threads to join the conversation!