FSR 4 Supported GPUs: Compatible Graphics Cards and Requirements
AMD lists Radeon RX 9000, RX 7000, and RX 6000 series graphics cards as supported by FSR Upscaling. You’ll also need a compatible driver and a supported game.
Originally launched as FSR 4, the technology is now called FSR Upscaling, though some games and drivers still use the FSR 4 name. This guide covers GPU compatibility, driver requirements, setup, and image-quality settings.
Which Graphics Cards Support FSR 4?
The table below covers desktop graphics cards. Where AMD lists support for an entire series, that distinction is noted.
| Graphics card or family | Official FSR Upscaling support | Driver release |
|---|---|---|
| RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 | Yes | Adrenalin 25.3.1 |
| RX 9060 XT | Yes | Adrenalin 25.6.1, also the card’s launch driver |
| RX 7000 desktop series, including RX 7900 XTX, 7900 XT, 7900 GRE, 7800 XT, 7700 XT, 7600 XT, and 7600 | Yes, with FSR Upscaling 4.1 | Adrenalin 26.6.2 |
| RX 6000 desktop series, including the RX 6900, 6800, 6700, 6600, 6500, and 6400 families | Yes; AMD’s listing covers the series rather than individual models | Adrenalin 26.10.1 |
| RX 5000 and older Radeon cards | Not listed for official FSR 4 support | — |
| NVIDIA GeForce and Intel Arc | Not listed for official FSR 4 support | — |
These releases mark the first documented support for the GPUs or series shown. Use the latest compatible driver when installing, as individual games and later FSR updates may require newer versions.
AMD also lists the broader RX 9000 family as supported. For models not shown here, use a driver that explicitly supports your card rather than treating the versions above as a minimum for every RX 9000 GPU.
This table covers AI upscaling only; frame generation and ray regeneration have separate requirements. Cards without official FSR 4 support may still support earlier FSR versions.
What About Integrated Graphics, Laptops, and Handhelds?
The processor or GPU determines hardware compatibility. AMD’s Adrenalin 26.10.1 release notes add FSR Upscaling 4.1 support for Ryzen AI Max 300/400 and Ryzen AI 9 300/400 processor families. Other Ryzen processors with integrated Radeon graphics are not automatically included.
Driver availability also matters. AMD recommends manufacturer-provided drivers for laptops and directs handheld owners to their device manufacturer for compatible releases. The desktop setup steps below apply only if your device has supported hardware and a driver that enables FSR Upscaling.
FSR 4 Driver and Game Requirements
With a supported GPU and compatible driver installed, FSR 4 can be enabled in two ways, depending on the game:
| Support method | How to enable it |
|---|---|
| Built-in support | Select FSR 4 or FSR Upscaling in the game’s graphics settings. |
| AMD driver upgrade | Enable FSR Upscaling in AMD Software, then select FSR 3.1 in the game. |
The driver-upgrade method requires DirectX 12 and a supported FSR 3.1-or-later implementation. An FSR option in the game’s menu alone does not establish compatibility.
In AMD’s supported-games list, an asterisk marks titles that require the driver upgrade. Use the upscaling listing to identify compatible games; a frame-generation listing refers to a separate feature.
How to Enable FSR 4 in Horizon Forbidden West
This walkthrough uses Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition on a Windows PC with a Radeon RX 9070 XT. The game supports FSR 3.1 and is listed by AMD as compatible with the FSR 4 driver upgrade.
1. Update the Game and Driver
Install the latest game update and a compatible Adrenalin driver. Close the game before changing FSR settings in AMD Software.
2. Enable FSR Upscaling in AMD Software
Open AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition → Gaming → Graphics and enable AMD FSR Upscaling.
Older drivers may label this setting FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 AI Upscale. Enable it separately to keep control over other graphics features.
3. Select FSR 3.1 in the Game
Launch Horizon Forbidden West and open the display or graphics settings. Select AMD FSR 3.1 as the upscaling method and start with Quality mode.
Keep the output resolution at your display’s native resolution. If you plan to compare image quality or performance, disable dynamic resolution and leave the graphics preset unchanged.
The menu may still show FSR 3.1 even when the driver is applying FSR 4.
4. Check That FSR 4 Is Active
Load a save and enter gameplay. Press Alt+R, the default shortcut for the AMD Software overlay, and look for Active under the FSR 4 or FSR Upscaling status.
This indicates that the driver reports FSR 4 as running in the game. Turning on the setting in AMD Software alone does not confirm activation.
Why Is FSR 4 Missing or Not Working?
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| FSR Upscaling is missing from AMD Software | Confirm that your GPU appears in the compatibility table above, then install a compatible driver with FSR 4 support. |
| There is no suitable FSR option in the game | Update the game. For the driver upgrade, the title must appear in AMD’s supported-games list; an older FSR option alone is not enough. |
| The game still says “FSR 3.1” | The menu label can stay unchanged when the driver applies FSR 4. Look for Active in the AMD overlay during gameplay. |
| The overlay shows “Inactive” | For the driver upgrade, enable FSR Upscaling in AMD Software, select FSR 3.1 in the game, and restart the game. |
If the overlay status is still missing or inactive, check your installed driver’s release notes for known issues affecting the game. A status-reporting bug may prevent reliable verification; an FPS increase alone does not prove that FSR 4 is running.
Does FSR 4 Support Include Frame Generation?
FSR 4 support alone does not establish frame-generation compatibility. The two features have separate hardware and game requirements: upscaling reconstructs a higher-resolution image from a lower-resolution render, while frame generation inserts additional frames between rendered frames.
| GPU series | Frame generation support |
|---|---|
| Radeon RX 9000 | AI-based FSR Frame Generation in compatible games with the required driver. |
| Radeon RX 7000 and RX 6000 | FSR 3.1 frame generation in supported games, but not the newer AI-based FSR Frame Generation feature. |
For the AI-based frame-generation driver upgrade on supported RX 9000 GPUs, AMD specifies:
- Adrenalin 25.12.1 or newer
- Windows 11 and DirectX 12
- An eligible game with FSR Frame Generation 3.1.4 or later
These are requirements for the frame-generation driver upgrade, not general requirements for FSR upscaling.
Which FSR Quality Mode Should You Use?
Start with Quality mode. If it falls short of your target frame rate, try Balanced, then Performance. At lower output resolutions, pay particular attention to fine detail before reducing the preset.
| Output resolution | How to adjust from Quality |
|---|---|
| 1920 × 1080 | Compare with native rendering before trying a lower preset, particularly around fine details and moving objects. |
| 2560 × 1440 | Try Balanced if Quality falls short of your target frame rate. |
| 3840 × 2160 | Try Balanced, then Performance if you still need a higher frame rate. |
Balanced and Performance render fewer pixels than Quality before reconstructing the output image. Performance mode typically starts from 1080p at 4K output, but only 540p at 1080p output. At 1080p, it therefore has much less source detail to work with.
Native AA, where available, uses full-resolution input for anti-aliasing. Use it to assess image quality without reducing the input resolution; it is not intended to boost frame rates through upscaling.
How to Compare Image Quality and Performance
Choose a target frame rate before testing. For a 60 FPS target, an average of 70 FPS may still feel uneven if the game frequently drops below 50.
Compare native rendering with FSR Quality using the same save, output resolution, and graphics settings. Leave frame generation off and repeat the same 30–60-second gameplay section several times with each setting.
Watch for:
- Flickering detail: Do vegetation, thin wires, or distant objects shimmer as the camera moves?
- Motion artifacts: Do moving objects leave trails or lose definition?
- Frame-rate drops and stutter: Does performance stay near your target during demanding moments, and does movement remain smooth?
Assess the image in motion at your usual viewing distance. Enlarged screenshots can reveal differences, but they do not show how those differences appear during play.
Keep the highest-quality mode that meets your frame-rate target. If a lower mode looks too soft or introduces distracting artifacts, return to the previous mode and reduce other graphics settings instead. For a broader troubleshooting checklist, see our guide to improving FPS and diagnosing low gaming performance.
Then test frame generation separately. Keep it enabled if it improves smoothness without distracting artifacts or noticeably less responsive controls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I lower my display resolution when using FSR 4?
Keep the game’s output resolution at your display’s native resolution and adjust the FSR quality mode instead. FSR renders at a lower internal resolution, then reconstructs the image for the selected output resolution.
Do I need to enable frame generation to use FSR 4?
No. You can use FSR 4 upscaling with frame generation turned off. Start this way to assess image quality and performance, then test frame generation separately if your hardware and game support it.
Should I use the same FSR quality mode in every game?
No. Quality is a useful starting point, but each game may need a different setting to meet your frame-rate target. Keep Quality where performance is sufficient, and try Balanced or Performance in more demanding games while checking for lost detail or motion artifacts.
What if Performance mode looks too blurry?
Switch back to Balanced or Quality and reduce other graphics settings to recover performance. Compare the result during normal gameplay at your usual viewing distance, paying attention to moving objects and fine details rather than judging only from still screenshots.