How to Update Your Video Card Driver

Keeping your video card driver up to date is essential for optimal gaming performance, bug fixes, compatibility with new software, and enhanced system stability. Whether you have an NVIDIA or AMD graphics card, updating the driver is a straightforward process when using the official websites. This article walks you through each step.

Why Update Your GPU Driver?

Before diving into the how-to, it’s worth knowing why updating matters:

• Improved performance for MediaShout
• Bug fixes and security patches
• Better compatibility with new applications and operating system updates
• New features or enhancements (e.g., ray tracing, DLSS, FSR)

Step-by-Step: Updating Your NVIDIA Driver

1. Identify Your GPU

To download the correct driver, you need to know your GPU model:

• Press Windows + R, type dxdiag, and press Enter.
• Go to the Display tab to see your GPU’s name.

Alternatively:

• Right-click on the desktop > NVIDIA Control Panel > System Information.

2. Go to the NVIDIA Driver Download Page

Visit: https://www.nvidia.com/Download/index.aspx

3. Enter Your GPU Details

Fill out the form:

• Product Type (e.g., GeForce)
• Product Series (e.g., GeForce RTX 40 Series)
• Product (e.g., RTX 4070)
• Operating System
• Language

Click Search.

4. Download the Latest Driver

Click Download, then run the installer once the file has downloaded.

5. Install the Driver

Follow the on-screen prompts. Choose Express Installation unless you need advanced control.

Step-by-Step: Updating Your AMD Driver

1. Identify Your GPU

Press Windows + R, type dxdiag, and check the Display tab. Or:

• Right-click desktop > AMD Radeon Settings (if installed).

2. Go to the AMD Driver Download Page

Visit: https://www.amd.com/en/support

3. Use Auto-Detect (Recommended) or Manual Search

Option 1: Auto-Detect

• Click Download Now under Auto-Detect and Install.
• Run the downloaded utility. It will find your GPU and recommend the right driver.

Option 2: Manual Search

• Select your product series and model.
• Choose your operating system.
• Click Submit, then download the latest driver.

4. Install the Driver

Run the installer and follow the prompts. Choose Recommended installation for most users.

Tips and Best Practices

• Restart your PC after installation for best results.
• Create a system restore point before installation, just in case.
• Use official websites only — third-party sites may host outdated or unsafe drivers.

Conclusion

Updating your video card driver via the official NVIDIA or AMD website ensures you get the latest improvements and features directly from the source. Whether you're gaming, editing videos, or just ensuring your system runs smoothly, keeping your GPU driver current is a simple but impactful maintenance step.

For most users, this process takes no more than 10–15 minutes—and the benefits can be immediate and noticeable.

PLEASE NOTE:  Updating drivers is normally a function of a computer care professional. MediaShout does not support this process directly and is not responsible for any issues that may arise from attempts to complete this process. If in doubt, please consult with a professional. However, we commonly recommend that video card drivers should be kept up to date within 2-3 months for best performance.