AMD Expands FSR 4 Support: Older Radeon Cards Get Upgrades in 2025 and 2027

AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) has long been the company's answer to upscaling technologies like Nvidia DLSS. The latest version, FSR 4, initially launched exclusively for the high-end Radeon RX 9000 series based on the RDNA 4 architecture, leaving owners of powerful older cards frustrated. Now, AMD has officially announced plans to bring upgraded FSR features to RDNA 3 (RX 7000) and RDNA 2 (RX 6000) families, but the rollout will stretch into 2025 and 2027 respectively. Below, we answer the most pressing questions about these updates.

What exactly is FSR 4 and why were older cards excluded at launch?

FSR 4 is AMD’s latest upscaling technology that introduces advanced frame generation capabilities, delivering smoother gameplay and sharper visuals. At its debut, AMD restricted FSR 4 to the RDNA 4 architecture found in the Radeon RX 9000 series, citing hardware requirements for the new frame generation features. This decision angered many gamers who had invested in still-capable RX 7000 and RX 6000 cards. However, Jack Huynh, AMD’s senior vice president of computing and graphics, has now confirmed that the company is working to bring FSR 4’s upscaling benefits to earlier architectures, starting with an updated version called FSR Upscaling 4.1 for RDNA 3 in July 2025, and a similar solution for RDNA 2 in early 2027.

Which cards will get FSR 4.1 in July 2025? (RDNA 3)

In July 2025, AMD will release FSR Upscaling 4.1 for all RDNA 3-based products. This includes the desktop Radeon RX 7000 series (like the RX 7900 XTX and RX 7600), discrete laptop GPUs in the same family, and integrated graphics found in Ryzen 7X0M and 8X0M series APUs. It also covers the Ryzen Z1 chips used in handheld gaming devices such as the Asus ROG Ally and Ally X. These integrated graphics previously supported FSR 3.1, so the upgrade to FSR 4.1 will be a notable improvement. According to Huynh, the new upscaler delivers “sharper visuals and smoother gameplay than ever before.”

What about RDNA 2 cards, like the RX 6000 series? When will they be supported?

Owners of RDNA 2 hardware will have to wait longer. AMD has announced that an FSR upscaling solution for RDNA 2 will arrive in early 2027. This architecture includes the Radeon RX 6000 series desktop cards (e.g., RX 6800 XT launched in November 2020), as well as integrated graphics in Ryzen 6X0M series APUs. Notably, the Steam Deck’s custom APU is also based on RDNA 2, meaning Valve’s handheld could eventually benefit from improved FSR upscaling, though the timeline is distant. While these cards are older, they remain popular among gamers, and the long wait may test their patience.

How did gamers react to FSR 4’s initial exclusivity, and did a leak change AMD’s plans?

When FSR 4 launched exclusively for RDNA 4, the gaming community reacted with disappointment and frustration. Many replies to Jack Huynh’s tweets came from users who had sold their older Radeon cards and switched to Nvidia GPUs. That frustration grew when the source code for FSR 4 leaked, revealing that it could actually run on RX 7000 cards and even on older Nvidia GPUs. Some speculate that this leak prompted AMD to accelerate development for older cards, but AMD has not confirmed any direct influence. Regardless, the company is now committed to bringing FSR 4’s upscaling to RDNA 3 and RDNA 2, though the separate timeline for each suggests technical barriers remain for full feature parity.

How many games will support FSR 4 when it arrives on RX 7000 cards?

By the time RDNA 3 owners gain access to FSR 4.1 in July 2025, AMD expects the technology to be compatible with “over 300 supported games.” This broad library includes many modern titles that already use FSR 3.1, and additional games may be added through game updates or driver-level support. Moreover, enthusiasts can often coax FSR 4′ into other games with some manual tweaking, though results may vary. The growing list ensures that most gamers will have plenty of opportunities to experience the enhanced upscaling and frame generation improvements.

How does FSR 4 differ from FSR 3.1, and will the upgrade be worth the wait?

FSR 4 brings significant improvements over FSR 3.1, particularly in frame generation and image sharpness. While both versions offer upscaling, FSR 4 introduces a more advanced temporal algorithm that reduces ghosting and artifacts, resulting in crisper visuals during fast motion. The frame generation component also sees better interpolation, leading to smoother gameplay even at lower native resolutions. For RDNA 3 users, the July 2025 upgrade to FSR Upscaling 4.1 will be a free performance boost. RDNA 2 owners will have to wait until 2027, but early demonstrations suggest the upgrade could extend the life of their cards significantly. Whether it is worth the wait depends on each gamer’s patience and willingness to stick with older hardware.