Nvidia's New RTX 5000 Driver Update Tackles Game Crashes and Boosts Performance by Up to 10%
April 16, 2025
Nvidia acknowledges that some problems persist, such as crashes in Cyberpunk 2077 and black screens on RTX 50 series laptops after modern standby.
Nvidia has rolled out driver update 576.02 for its GeForce RTX 5000 series graphics cards, aiming to fix significant game crashes and black screen issues.
Several popular games, including Fortnite, Star Wars: Outlaws, and Monster Hunter Wilds, received specific fixes, while improvements were noted for titles like Overwatch 2 and The Last of Us Part 1.
Initial reports from users on platforms like Reddit indicate performance gains ranging from 3% to 8% in benchmarks following the update.
Overall, the update is said to provide a performance boost of 5-10%, with improved FPS across multiple games.
This update also addresses stability problems in Windows 11 24H2, enhancing overall system performance.
Despite these gains, some users have reported new stability issues, including game crashes and black screens affecting various titles.
The 576.02 driver exemplifies Nvidia's commitment to enhancing user experience by actively incorporating user feedback into their development process.
Analysts believe that Nvidia's focus on driver support will help solidify its position in the graphics card market and rebuild user trust.
However, Nvidia's reputation for reliable drivers has been challenged since the RTX 50 series launch, leading to user frustrations over glitches and crashes.
The extensive release notes for this update, spanning nearly two pages, reflect Nvidia's comprehensive approach to addressing gamer concerns.
This update comes at a time when Nvidia's stock has been affected by a $5.5 billion charge due to export restrictions on its H20 AI chips, causing a notable drop in investor confidence.
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