Recent updates.
: This update enabled the software to generate two intermediate frames for every real frame, effectively tripling the perceived frame rate. Performance Overhead
| Algorithm | Best For | Sharpness | Artifacts | | ---------------- | --------------------------------- | --------- | ------------------------- | | LS1 (Anime4K) | Pixel art / cartoons | High | Edge ringing | | FSR | 3D games (modern) | Medium | Moiré patterns | | NIS | General use (NVIDIA GPUs) | Medium | Noise amplification | | Nearest Neighbor | Retro games (2D, integer scaling) | Low | Jagged diagonals | | xBR | Old console emulators | Medium | Blur on moving objects |
While version 2.1 introduced the highly-anticipated " LSFG 3.0" mode—a mode that put the tool on the map for its ability to generate frames comparable to Nvidia’s DLSS 3 on almost any hardware—the implementation had some growing pains. Version 2.1.1 arrives to smooth out those rough edges, ensuring that the pursuit of higher frame rates doesn't come at the cost of visual stability.
is a significant update to the popular Lossless Scaling utility on Steam , a third-party tool designed to provide universal upscaling and frame generation for almost any windowed application. Originally a simple resolution scaler, it has evolved into a powerhouse for budget and enthusiast gamers alike who want to boost performance on hardware that might not natively support technologies like NVIDIA DLSS or AMD FSR 3. Key Features and Improvements in v2.1.1 Lossless Scaling v2.1.1
Lower the game's internal resolution (e.g., if your monitor is 1440p, set the game to 1080p).
Lossless Scaling v2.1.1: Evolution of Universal Frame Generation Lossless Scaling v2.1.1
Best results are achieved by locking the game at 1/2 (X2) or 1/3 (X3) of the monitor's refresh rate Window Mode Must be set to Borderless Windowed Sync Settings Disable in-game V-Sync; enable Allow Tearing or G-Sync in the utility for lowest latency Comparative Analysis: LSFG vs. DLSS/FSR NVIDIA DLSS 3 : This update enabled the software to generate
If you understand its limitations—specifically around input lag and fast-paced competitive gaming—v2.1.1 offers an unparalleled capability to smooth out choppy framerates and clean up low-resolution imagery across your entire gaming library. To help tailor this guide further,Tell me: What are you currently using? What specific game or emulator are you trying to optimize?
A user review on Steam noted that a game running at a choppy 43 FPS was transformed into a fluid experience after using Lossless Scaling on a secondary GTX 1080 . Many reviewers have reported being able to double their frame rates, turning unplayable 30 FPS experiences into smooth 60 FPS gameplay . In one benchmark, enabling Lossless Scaling not only upscaled the game to 1080p but also boosted the frame rate from around 62 FPS to the 80s .
To appreciate v2.1.1, it is essential to understand the difference between spatial scaling and frame generation. is a significant update to the popular Lossless
LSFG works across all GPU brands (NVIDIA, AMD, Intel) and all rendering APIs (DirectX 11, 12, Vulkan, OpenGL). It creates intermediate frames between rendered frames, effectively doubling or tripling the apparent frame rate.
v2.1.1 fixed the "black screen" bug when moving a generated game between different refresh rate monitors. It now correctly detects the target display’s native refresh rate.
While the software frequently updates, the v2.1.x branch focused on enhancing the LSFG 2.0 architecture, delivering better visuals and lower performance overhead. 1. Enhanced LSFG 2.0 (Lossless Scaling Frame Generation)
