Intel may be developing video super-resolution technology for Chrome browsers
According to previous reports, NVIDIA provided RTX Video Super Resolution (VSR) technology support for Chrome and Edge browsers in the GeForce Game Ready 531.18 WHQL driver, which is applicable to the online content of certain video websites. Citing VideoCardz‘s news, it appears that Intel is also preparing to launch a similar technology.
Image: SquashBionic
From the image, it can be seen that the feature can be enabled in Chrome browser by adding commands. VideoCardz attempted to enable this feature on an 11th Gen Core processor equipped with integrated graphics but was unsuccessful.
Similar to NVIDIA’s RTX Video Super Resolution technology, Intel’s video super-resolution technology requires a 10th generation or later Core processor equipped with integrated graphics or an Arc series independent graphics card, and its performance may also be affected by the hardware level. The power consumption of the integrated graphics or graphics card will also increase accordingly. In addition, Intel’s video super-resolution technology requires Chrome browser version 109 or higher and hardware acceleration to be enabled.
Intel VSR, Source: Quasar Zone
Currently, some netizens have also released comparison pictures of the on/off state of Intel’s video super resolution technology, showing that icons, text, and finger edges are all clearer. It should be noted that Intel has not even confirmed the release of video super-resolution technology, and users are advised to wait for official support.
Video super-resolution technology is not simply sharpening but using AI to improve the video resolution to achieve a clearer effect. Currently, NVIDIA has officially launched this technology, and Intel seems to be developing it as well. There is currently no information on AMD’s development of this technology, but AMD has previously launched a video frame insertion technology called “Fluid Motion,” which allows low frame rate videos to be viewed more smoothly.
