Intel’s Arc GPUs have received a significant performance boost with a new driver update. The driver version 31.0.101.4644 focuses on improving DirectX 11 (DX11) performance and brings substantial gains to several DX11 games on the Arc A750 GPU at 1080p resolution.
Here are some of the performance improvements observed with this driver update:
- Overwatch 2: 33% gain in frame rates
- GTA V: 27% boost
- Dota 2: 20% faster
- Valorant: 18% increase in frame rates
- Apex Legends: 17% improvement
- Destiny 2: 5% performance bump
In addition to performance enhancements, Intel has improved the interface of the driver installer. It now provides notifications when the graphics card firmware is being updated to prevent interruptions during the upgrade process.
Furthermore, a forum member noted that their Arc A380 GPU received a clock speed boost of 150MHz with this driver update, suggesting that Intel may have made some changes to clock speeds for certain GPUs.
These improvements make Intel’s Arc GPUs more competitive in the gaming graphics market, and users can expect smoother gameplay experiences in DX11 titles with this driver update. Intel’s graphics cards are gaining traction as they continue to refine their performance and features.
