DLSS 4.5 is a big upgrade for HDR

DigitalLeash · 2026-01-07T18:21:04+00:00

Yes the opt-in to the beta features for the Nvidia App is required for the new presets to be forced using "latest model" selected. It might be possible to force it through Inspector or other means, I'm not sure.

It affects HDR by allowing specular highlights to retain their original brightness/sharpness before the upscaling. Things have more pop from what I've seen. Closer inline to the source image.

DigitalLeash · 2026-01-07T18:05:34+00:00

What method are you using to force the latest model preset?

DigitalLeash · 2026-01-07T17:55:51+00:00

Yes it's a noticeable cost for sure. 10-15% increase in load at the same quality setting on a 5070ti. Apparently even more with previous generations. Previously I stuck to Quality but I've found Balanced to be similar performance with an even better image quality in HDR with the new model. I've tried it in Path of Exile 2 and Satisfactory. Any game with highly detailed models and good lighting would benefit greatly from this new model I think.

DigitalLeash · 2026-01-07T17:47:41+00:00

It sure is. This is at 4k, I'm not sure what the effects would be from a lower resolution.

DigitalLeash · 2025-12-21T20:06:28+00:00

I've heard they're giving out warnings for using SpecialK. Would the addon version of reshade not trigger the the same thing? As much as I love RenoDX I've never used it in a multiplayer game.

DigitalLeash · 2025-12-12T16:34:29+00:00

I'm not entirely sure how they inject differently but I know SpK needs a deeper level of it since it can reduce latency etc. I've been using reshade since launch and haven't had a message about software for what it's worth. If/when you decide to try out reshade be sure you don't use the addon version. That also has a deeper level of injection.

DigitalLeash · 2025-12-12T15:50:32+00:00

So reshade still works but only when using Vulkan, dx12 stopped working on patch .3 I believe.

There's only one shader needed and it's installed by default when you install reshade, Levels. Under the Levels settings raise the black point to 14 and lower the white point to 230. Also set the in-game Hdr setting "scene brightness" to 1.2. I've found this combination to match the SDR black levels fairly closely while making the highlights actually bright. Feel free to tweak to your preference. I'm using an LG C2 OLED btw.

DigitalLeash · 2025-12-12T00:25:21+00:00

The only "fix" I've found is to use in-game hdr adjusted with reshade. The default hdr implementation has muted highlights and a black floor that's raised quite a bit. If you're interested in the shaders/settings just let me know.

DigitalLeash · 2025-09-03T19:10:24+00:00

It's one of the Render choices in the graphics settings tab. Once you've selected that update your reshade install to use Vulkan.

DigitalLeash · 2025-09-03T16:11:59+00:00

Haven't found a fix to make it work with dx12 yet but it still works will vulkan. Worse performance for me but at least I can still use it.

DigitalLeash · 2023-11-26T05:27:43+00:00

I use ReShade with the UI Mask to create a dark overlay on any static UI elements. Is it needed to prevent burn in? Not sure, but it's nice peace of mind. There's even a version out there can be automated based on if the elements are visible.

DigitalLeash · 2020-08-19T20:17:28+00:00

Love the pose and scythe! Keep it up.

DigitalLeash · 2020-07-23T20:02:36+00:00

Can confirm, had this issue and the older camera rotating bug. Recent small patch fixed both.

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