Intel has unveiled the updated version of its Arc GPU Graphics Drivers, labeled as 101.4824 WHQL. This version brings optimization for games such as "The Crew Motorfest" and "Mortal Kombat 1."
The release rectifies the previously observed display issues in Fortnite (DirectX 12) and abnormal fan operations for several Arc Graphics products. For Intel Core processor integrated GPUs, the drivers now address a display instability in "Tactics Ogre Reborn" observed during dialog sequences.
Updated Features and Fixes:
- Optimization for Games:
- The Crew Motorfest
- Mortal Kombat 1
- Resolved Issues on Intel Arc Graphics Products:
- Flickering in Fortnite (DX12) gameplay
- Fan irregularities on select Intel Arc Graphics units
- Issues Addressed on Intel Core Processor Graphics:
- "Tactics Ogre Reborn" (DX11) displaying flickering during dialogues
Existing Issues on Intel Arc Graphics Products:
- Starfield (DX12): Various graphical inconsistencies, low texture details, texture flickering, and instability in specific game areas.
- UNCHARTED: Legacy of Thieves Collection (DX12): Character texture issues
- Halo Infinite (DX12): Potential application crashes on particular system setups
- Dead by Daylight (DX11): Possibility of application crashing during gameplay
- Topaz Video AI: Errors when employing specific video enhancement models
- Adobe After Effects: Potential crashes during rendering operations
- Note: Some Intel Arc A-Series Graphics laptops might display a higher default clock frequency value than the actual.
Intel Iris Xe MAX Graphics Products Issues:
- Driver installations may fail on certain notebook systems with both Intel Iris Xe and Iris Xe MAX. Rebooting and reinstalling might be necessary.
Intel Arc Control - Rectified Issues:
- Launch failures on specific multi-GPU setups
- Performance tuning settings might reset after a driver update
- Capture failures when using multiple monitors in clone mode
Intel Arc Control - Ongoing Issues:
- Multiple video files might be created when capturing with certain games
- The Display page might show the wrong connector type (DP instead of HDMI)
- Possible pop-up notifications after power events with active Capture/Highlights/Broadcast
- Arc Control might reset settings in Overlay mode after a system reboot; use Desktop mode as a temporary solution
Intel Arc Control Performance Tuning (Beta Stage):
The Performance Tuning feature in Intel Arc Control is currently in its beta phase. Therefore, users might experience unpredictable performance and feature behaviors. Intel intends to enhance the software in upcoming updates.
