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Has AMD Fixed FSR's Biggest Flaw?

Hardware UnboxedHardware Unboxed·87,455 views·Aug 20, 2026

Score and analysis

Summary

Steve Walton of Hardware Unboxed investigates whether AMD has fixed frame pacing issues in FSR frame generation, a problem present since its 2023 debut.

He demonstrates through extensive testing in games like Cyberpunk 2077 and God of War Ragnarok that the 'double tap' output persists, making the experience less smooth than expected.

Walton directly compares FSR's inconsistent frame pacing to Nvidia's DLSS frame generation, which he finds to be consistently smoother.

Ultimately, he advises viewers prioritizing frame generation to choose GeForce GPUs over Radeon due to these ongoing issues.

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Breakdown

The video directly contrasts AMD's FSR frame generation with Nvidia's DLSS frame generation, noting DLSS's superior frame pacing consistency.

This comparison is central to the review's thesis about FSR's core flaw.

The reviewer clearly outlines the persistent frame pacing issue with AMD's FSR frame generation, comparing it directly to DLSS. While acknowledging potential fixes, the analysis focuses on observed performance rather than marketing claims.

The review thoroughly examines AMD's FSR frame generation across multiple games and versions, detailing the frame pacing issue.

It concludes by summarizing the persistent problems and offering a perspective on potential future fixes.

Steve Walton tests AMD's FSR frame generation across numerous games, including Cyberpunk 2077, Mafia: The Old Country, and God of War Ragnarok, to identify frame pacing issues.

He specifically analyzes frame time charts and slow-motion footage to demonstrate the 'double tap' effect.

The reviewer explicitly states that anyone interested in frame generation should ignore Radeon GPUs and buy GeForce due to FSR's persistent frame pacing issues.

This provides a clear, albeit negative, recommendation based on the testing.

The video features a consistent studio setup with clear on-screen graphics and gameplay footage.

The presenter is well-lit, and the audio is consistently clear throughout the long-form review.

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