Intel’s very firstARC gaming GPUsare touting a new technology called XeSS.

It promises amazing FPS improvements, but what is it exactly, and how well does it work?

What Is Intel XeSS?

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It does its magic using, of course, machine learning and artificial intelligence.

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There are actually two versions of XeSS that it’s crucial that you be aware of.

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It’s pretty rudimentary super sampling, like what AMD currently has with FSR.

AMD and NVIDIA took different approaches to their upscaling tech.

With this two-version approach, Intel is making XeSS something that can effectively compete with both AMD and NVIDIA.

How Well Does Intel XeSS Work?

And, of course, it gets the job done, resulting in amazing framerate improvements.

Even if this is the case, though, Intel certainly deserves the benefit of the doubt.

There’s still room for improvement, and we’re certain Intel is going to get better over time.

Should You Use Intel’s XeSS?

If you could use DLSS, then it’s a no-brainer.