Nvidia to extend DLSS 5 support to RTX 40-series GPUs

Nvidia’s next‑generation AI upscaling technology, DLSS 5, was slated for an exclusive debut this evening on the newly announced GeForce RTX 50 series, with the company emphasizing that the feature would be limited to a single launch title and that developers would retain full artistic control. In the hours leading up to the release, the community of modders circulated a leaked build of DLSS 5 that could be applied to a broad range of games, often with performance settings pushed to their maximum, prompting widespread speculation about unofficial availability.

Following the leak, Nvidia confirmed a revision to its rollout strategy. While the initial focus remains on optimizing DLSS 5 for the RTX 50 series, the company announced that the technology will also be supported on the existing RTX 40‑series GPUs. Spokesperson Rajal Maharaj told The Verge, “Our current focus is on optimizing performance for the GeForce RTX 50 Series with model u …” and added that extending support to the RTX 40 line aligns with broader performance goals.

The expanded launch means owners of both the latest and previous‑generation Nvidia hardware will be able to access DLSS 5’s advanced AI rendering capabilities, potentially accelerating adoption across the gaming ecosystem. Nvidia’s decision addresses community demand while maintaining its original emphasis on performance optimization for the new RTX 50 platform.