On battery, Microsoft’s DLSS competitor works in handheld mode on Xbox Ally X, with a new 120fps option
Auto SR reaches more devices
Microsoft announced the official rollout of Automatic Super Resolution, or Auto SR, for the Xbox Ally X, Xbox Ally X20, and select Windows Copilot Plus PCs. The technology upscales images and competes with Nvidia’s DLSS.
The company began testing Auto SR on the Xbox Ally X in April. At that point, use was restricted to docked play.
Handheld play and 1080p support
With the full release, Xbox Ally X users can use Auto SR while playing handheld and on battery power. The feature also now supports games running at 1080p.
Microsoft warns that handheld play at 1080p may deliver less optimal performance than other setups. It says users should see visual improvements, especially in older games.
Higher frame rates and Auto HDR
Earlier Auto SR support was limited to frame rates of around 60 to 75fps. A new Auto SR Performance mode can raise that ceiling to as much as 120fps. Performance mode and compatibility with Auto HDR are set to arrive through Windows updates.
Key points
- Auto SR is rolling out to the Xbox Ally X, Xbox Ally X20, and select Windows Copilot Plus PCs.
- On the Xbox Ally X, Auto SR now works in handheld mode on battery power.
- The technology supports games running at 1080p, though Microsoft cautions performance may be less optimal.
- A new Performance mode supports frame rates up to 120fps.