Latest Intel Arc drivers boost performance in F1 24 & Civilization VII, support for two additional games also added
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Intel regularly releases updates for their GPU drivers, aiming to fix issues and improve the overall performance of their graphics cards. These updates are essential for ensuring that your Intel Arc GPU works well with the latest games. And just recently, they released a new update, which not only adds support for some upcoming games but also improves performance in F1 2024.
What does the new update offer?
The new driver update for Intel Arc GPUs (version 32.0.101.6557) brings a notable performance boost in F1 2024 (DX12) for those who own Intel Arc B-series GPUs over the previous version. Here’s a look at the performance improvements:
- Up to 15.1% increase in FPS at 1080p with High settings
- Up to 12.1% increase in FPS at 1440p with High settings
The update also affects Intel Core Ultra Series 2 with built-in Intel Arc GPUs, and users can also expect to get better performance in F1 2024 and Civilization VII, which is scheduled to be released on February 11.
- F1 24 (DX12): Up to 12.3% increase in FPS at 1080p with Medium settings
- Sid Meier's Civilization VII (DX12): Up to 7.7% increase in FPS at 1080p with Medium settings
Thanks to the new update, you should notice smoother gameplay and higher frame rates after installing the new drivers, especially at 1080p and 1440p. Aside from the performance improvements, the new drivers also add support for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Sid Meier’s Civilization VII on Intel Arc B-series, A-series, and Intel Core Ultra Ultra series with built-in Intel Arc GPUs.
As you see for yourself, newer drivers help your GPU perform better, giving you higher frame rates and smoother gameplay in newer games. Whenever a new game is released, Intel, AMD, and Nvidia release new updates to make their cards compatible with the latest titles. Without installing the new version, you can face different performance issues, including crashing and stuttering.