The popular tool Lossless Scaling, designed to enhance the gaming experience on PC, has received a significant update with its version 3.0 (beta), which includes substantial improvements in quality, performance, and latency. This advancement, presented by developer THS, promises to redefine how users optimize graphics and performance in both new and old titles.
New Features and Key Improvements
Version 3.0 of Frame Generation incorporates the following highlighted advancements:
- Reduced Artifacts and Flickering: Improvements in clarity and motion smoothness allow for a more immersive visual experience without distractions.
- Lower GPU Load: In non-“Performance Mode,” GPU load has been reduced by 40%, while multipliers greater than x2 see a decrease of more than 45%.
- Optimized Latency: According to tests conducted by the developer, latency has dropped by 24% compared to version 2.0.
Furthermore, the update expands the limits of frame generation, allowing multipliers of up to x20, ideal for high refresh rate setups.
Recommendations for Optimal Performance
To make the most of this tool, the developer recommends:
- Base Frame Rate:
- A minimum of 30 FPS is necessary, although 40 FPS or higher is preferable.
- For optimal experience, it is suggested to lock the game’s frame rate to avoid overloading the GPU and improve frame pacing.
- Resolution:
- For higher resolutions like 1440p, use scaling at 75%.
- For 4K, adjust to 50%.
- Multipliers:
- For high refresh rate setups, higher multipliers are ideal:
- 48 FPS × x5 for 240Hz.
- 60 FPS × x6 for 360Hz.
- 60 FPS × x8 for 480Hz.
- For high refresh rate setups, higher multipliers are ideal:
These settings allow users to fully take advantage of high-refresh-rate displays without compromising visual quality or latency.
Benefits for Older and Modded Games
While modern games incorporate frame generation technologies from NVIDIA and AMD, Lossless Scaling 3.0 remains an essential tool for older games or those with heavy mods that do not support these native technologies. This support extends the lifespan of classic titles and enhances the experience on contemporary hardware.
Beta Update and Windows 11 Support
THS also released a new User Interface 3.0 beta, accessible via Steam through the beta tab in the software properties. Additionally, the recent Windows 11 update (24H2, KB5046617) has restored compatibility with the APIAn API, short for “Application Programming Interface,”… for DXGI capture, enhancing the software’s flexibility on the Microsoft operating system.
Conclusion
Lossless Scaling 3.0 not only redefines frame generation but also sets a new standard for graphical optimization tools. With significant improvements in performance and latency, this update promises to be an essential resource for gamers and enthusiasts looking to maximize their visual experience in any type of game.