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Enable Directx 12 Ultimate if Your PC Supports it [How To]

This feature is available only of specific GPUs

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Updated onSeptember 5, 2024

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To fix various driver issues on your PC, you will need a dedicated tool to find the freshest and the original drivers. You can use PC HelpSoft Driver Updater to do it in 3 easy steps:

Many users are wondering how to enable Directx 12 Ultimate on their computer, and in this guide will tell you everything we know about it.

How do I enable DirectX 12 Ultimate on my PC?

How do I enable DirectX 12 Ultimate on my PC?

Does my PC support DirectX 12 Ultimate?

We also have a guide on how tocheck if your graphics card is DirectX 12 compatible, which may come in handy.

How do I get DirectX 12 Ultimate?

The only way to get DirectX 12 Ultimate is by using a GPU that supports it. The following graphics cards support it:

If you don’t have it already, we have a great guide on how to downloadDirectX 12 for Windows 11, so don’t miss it.

Does Windows 11 support DirectX 12 Ultimate?

Both Windows 11 and 10 support Direct 12 Ultimate, however, to use it, you need to have a compatible graphics card.

Is DirectX 12 Ultimate worth it?

Yes, the Ultimate version of DirectX 12 brings built-in support for built-in support for ray tracing, variable rate shading, mesh shaders, and more.

If you’re wondering how to enable DirectX 12 Ultimate, it should be available by default, if you have the compatible hardware. If not, your only option is to upgrade your GPU if you want to use DirectX 12 Ultimate.

Before you go, don’t miss our guide on how toreinstall DirectX 12if you encounter any issues.

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Matthew Adams

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Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.

He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.

In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.

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