AMD has released its 'FSR 2.0' technology for its 5000-series and newer graphical processing units (GPUs). FSR 2.0 stands for 'Fidelity Super Resolution,' which refers to the technology that enables an AMD GPU to take a low-resolution image, such as a 1280x720p image, and upscale it to a larger resolution, such as 1920x1080p.
FSR 1.0 was only available on certain applications that were designed to support the feature. However, FSR 2.0 is an in-driver technology, meaning it can be used on nearly any application, regardless of whether or not the application was designed to support the technology or not. FSR 2.0, also referred to as 'Radeon Super Resolution' (RSR) provides a large improvement in game performance while maintaining, and in some cases improving, the image quality of the game. FSR 2.0 is AMD's competing technology to NVIDIA's 'DLSS' technology, which performs a similar task, but on NVIDIA-branded GPUs.
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Why This Trend Is Growing
- In-driver Upscaling Technology
- There is an opportunity to develop in-driver upscaling technology to improve game performance while maintaining or improving image quality.
- Fidelity Super Resolution (FSR)
- There is an opportunity to develop advancements and improvements to FSR technology for use in various applications beyond gaming, such as medical imaging.
- Competing Upscaling Technologies
- There is an opportunity to develop competing upscaling technologies that offer unique features and advantages for various industries beyond gaming.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Gaming
- In-driver upscaling technologies such as FSR 2.0 and DLSS can significantly improve game performance and image quality, presenting an opportunity for gaming companies and software developers.
- Medical Imaging
- Advancements in upscaling technology, such as FSR, can be applied to medical imaging, improving the clarity and accuracy of images while potentially reducing the need for expensive equipment upgrades.
- Film and Entertainment
- New upscaling technologies could improve the quality of low-resolution footage while reducing the need for expensive re-shoots or costly camera upgrades, providing opportunities for companies in the film and entertainment industries.
