Like other upscaling tools, ASR claims to boost performance when playing games on Qualcomm-powered Windows laptops.

However, Microsoft hasn’t explained its new feature very welland that’s why we’re here to help.

What Is Auto Super Resolution?

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Microsoft is calling it the “first OS-integrated AI-based super-resolution for gaming.”

With thefuture of Windows 11 banking heavily on AI, this new feature is no surprise.

If implemented properly, the end result is a game that looks and performs well.

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However, these technologies are often implemented on a per-game basis, and that’s where ASR shines.

How Does ASR Work?

Specific details of the AI model or how it functions haven’t been revealed yet.

A comparison between ASR and non-ASR gameplay

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It kicks off by automatically adjusting the desktop resolution downwards, causing games to run at a lower resolution.

Microsoft claims that ASR only adds a single frame of latency on average.

Keep in mind that ASR’s optimizations affect all on-screen elements during gameplay, including any open applications.

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However, these changes should be unnoticeable, provided you’re in full-screen or windowed borderless viewing modes.

Once you exit the game, your desktop reverts to normal.

Developers need to integrate DLSS, FSR, or XeSS into a game to reap the benefits.

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Whereas ASR automatically optimizes any game running on your PC.

The closest competitor to this method isAMD’s FSR, which upscalesgames on any GPU.

Do You Need a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Chip to Use ASR?

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Should You Consider ASR Before Your Next PC Purchase?

ASR is going to be put to the test once Copilot+ PCs start reaching consumers.

Combined with the other benefits that Windows on ARM promises, ASR can be the perfect cherry on top.