Hidden within the CES 2024 press deck, AMD groundbreaking Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) technology is set to make its official debut, marking a significant step in the red team’s gaming technology evolution.
Radeon RX 7600 XT Release: A Pioneering Moment for AFMF
Revealed alongside the introduction of the Radeon RX 7600 XT at CES 2024, AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) takes centre stage, promising to redefine the gaming experience for users across various hardware specifications.
AMD’s Answer to Upscaling Arms Race: Fluid Motion Frames
As AMD unleashes AFMF into the Radeon driver stack, it positions itself as a formidable player in the upscaling arms race, challenging Nvidia’s DLSS 3 and Frame Generation technologies. Unlike its competitor, AFMF doesn’t demand specific hardware or game integration, providing a more versatile solution for gamers.
AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) has been part of an ongoing preview driver since late September, steadily gaining support for various RDNA 2 and RDNA 3 GPUs. While AMD already boasts a game-specific frame generation feature, AFMF is driver-based, ensuring compatibility with any DirectX 11 or 12 game.
AFMF Launch Date Confirmed: January 24, 2024
After months in the preview stage, the official launch date for AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) is now confirmed to coincide with the release of the AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT on January 24, 2024. This announcement is a game-changer, offering players on lower-spec hardware the chance to enhance their gaming experiences across a broad spectrum of titles.
AMD’s Hypothesis: Nvidia’s Potential Response
In a bold move, AMD suggests that Nvidia might need to respond in kind to stay competitive in the upscaling arms race. Aaron Steinman, a representative from AMD, anticipates that Nvidia may have to develop a similar technology, signalling a shift in the dynamics of gaming technology innovation.
AFMF in Action: Enhancing Gaming Performance
While AFMF is not a panacea for frame rate challenges, its recent inclusion in the AMD preview driver demonstrates its potential impact on gaming performance. With support for the 700M-series iGPU and the Framework 13 laptop, games like Baldur’s Gate 3 showcase significant improvements. Enabled by AFMF, FSR 2 Balanced performance surges from approximately 30 fps to a steady ~60 fps on High settings, offering a smoother and more enjoyable gaming experience.
As the gaming technology landscape continues to evolve, AMD’s Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) emerges as a key player, promising enhanced visuals and performance for gamers worldwide. With its official launch just around the corner, January 24, 2024, marks a pivotal moment for AMD, setting the stage for a new era in the world of gaming technology.
