RTX 5050 Gets Official Driver Support with NVIDIA 576.88
NVIDIA has officially launched its latest budget-focused graphics card: the GeForce RTX 5050 , marking a new addition to the RTX 5000 series . This GPU is designed for gamers seeking an affordable entry into ray tracing and DLSS-powered performance, offering solid frame rates at 1080p and smooth gameplay in modern titles.
To support this launch, NVIDIA has released the WHQL-certified 576.88 Game Ready driver , which adds full compatibility for the RTX 5050 and includes performance optimizations for newly released games.
Interestingly, the RTX 5050 was originally expected to arrive sometime in mid-to-late July — but today, on July 1st , it’s already hitting the market. The card comes in at a competitive price of $249 , making it one of the more accessible options in the current generation of GPUs. You can find more details about its specs and capabilities here.
🔧 DLSS 4 Expands with New Game Support
In tandem with the hardware release, NVIDIA continues to expand the reach of DLSS 4 with Frame Generation , bringing improved performance and smoother gameplay to more titles. The latest additions include:
- Diablo IV
- Monster Hunter Wilds
With DLSS Frame Generation enabled, players can expect significantly higher frame rates and reduced input lag, especially in CPU-bound scenarios or high-refresh-rate displays.
🛠️ Bug Fixes Included in Driver 576.88
NVIDIA has also addressed several known issues in this update, including fixes for:
- Lower GPU memory clock speeds when using NVIDIA Smooth Motion in games
- Freezing issues in Cyberpunk 2077 notebooks when using NVIDIA App Overlay with DLSS Frame Gen enabled
- Black screen errors during driver installation on select AMD Ryzen systems
- Display blackouts when switching refresh rates (480Hz to 360Hz) on the Sony SDM-27Q10S monitor
These improvements aim to enhance system stability and ensure a smoother experience across a variety of hardware configurations.
⚠️ Known Issues Still Being Investigated
Despite these fixes, there are still some open issues that NVIDIA is actively working to resolve:
- Crashes in Cyberpunk 2077 when taking screenshots via Photo Mode with path tracing enabled
- Random square artifacts appearing around light sources in Battlefield 2042
- Visual glitches when ray tracing is active in World of Warcraft
- Text distortion in Counter-Strike 2 when running below native display resolution
Gamers encountering any of these issues are encouraged to follow NVIDIA’s official channels for updates and potential workarounds.
📥 How to Download the Latest Driver
The NVIDIA 576.88 driver is now available through the NVIDIA App and GeForce Experience . For those who prefer a standalone install, direct download links are also available from NVIDIA’s website. You can access the full release notes here (PDF) .
It’s also worth noting that NVIDIA will soon discontinue driver support for older architectures such as Volta, Pascal, and Maxwell , so users on legacy GPUs may want to consider upgrading if they wish to continue receiving the latest features and optimizations.