AMD's Fluid Motion Frames 2 Boosts FPS for RDNA Graphics

Introduction to AMD's Latest Fluid Motion Frames Technology

AMD has officially unveiled its latest innovation in gaming technology: Fluid Motion Frames 2 (AFMF 2). This cutting-edge frame generation technology boosts gaming framerates significantly, making it a game-changer for users of RDNA 2- and RDNA 3-based graphics hardware.

What is Fluid Motion Frames 2?

Fluid Motion Frames is a frame generation technology that operates at the driver level, similar to Nvidia’s DLSS Frame Generation. This means it does not require game-specific integration. The recent launch follows a technical preview and is now available through the Adrenalin 24.9.1 GPU driver.

Key Features of Fluid Motion Frames 2

Driver-Level Operation: Unlike traditional methods, AFMF runs on a driver level, enhancing compatibility with a broader range of games.
Support for Multiple APIs: The technology can be enabled in games using OpenGL, Vulkan, DirectX 11, or DirectX 12.
Wide GPU Compatibility: Works with a variety of AMD graphics cards, including Radeon RX 6000, RX 7000, 700M, and 800M GPUs.

Performance Improvement

According to AMD, AFMF 2 can boost framerates by an astonishing 250% on average when combined with their FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 2 technology and the Hypr-RX optimization suite. However, performance can vary based on the specific GPU, game title, and the chosen resolution.

Real-World Testing

Digital Foundry's testing of AFMF 2 revealed typical framerate enhancements in the 2x range in popular games like Control, CyberPunk 2077, and Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II when played at 4K resolution on a Radeon RX 7900 GRE GPU.

Notable Enhancements in AFMF 2

Fast Motion Optimization: This new feature addresses problems from the first generation of AFMF, allowing games to maintain Frame Generation capabilities even during fast-moving scenes.
AI-Optimized Adjustable Modes: Users can now choose between Search Mode, which enhances fps smoothness and image quality during fast motions, and Performance Mode that boosts AFMF efficiency on less powerful devices.

Broader Functionality

AFMF 2 supports borderless fullscreen game modes on RX 7000 GPUs. Additionally, it features AMD's Radeon Chill low-latency FPS cap which limits lag associated with framerate enhancements.

Outside gaming applications, the technology introduces a new feature called "geometric downscaling," which helps to reduce aliasing and visual artifacts when playing videos in smaller windows than their native resolution. This is particularly useful in DirectX 11 applications running on Radeon RX 7000 and integrated Radeon 800M GPUs.

Conclusion

The release of Fluid Motion Frames 2 marks a significant advancement for AMD in the gaming hardware space. By enabling enhanced framerates across a wide range of games and improving overall performance through new features, AFMF 2 is positioned to enhance the gaming experiences of many users. As gamers continue to seek higher performance and smoother visuals, AMD's latest offering could very well become an essential tool in their arsenals.

Call to Action

For those interested in leveraging new technologies to enhance their gaming experience, it is advisable to download the latest Adrenalin driver and explore the capabilities of AFMF 2 on compatible AMD graphics hardware.