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    [NEW] AMD/ATI Radeon CCC 12.10WHQL/12.11Beta MAJOR Driver Update + 12.10 CAP1

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by Prasad, Oct 22, 2012.

  1. Prasad

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    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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    I thought this wouldn't be out until 3PM EST? And I thought it wasn't a beta that was being released today by AMD.

    Also, is this one modded or just leaked?

    EDIT: "AMD has sampled an early beta to the press ahead of today’s announcement, and they will be posting a slightly newer build of this driver publically at around 3pm today, with a final WHQL release slated to appear next month." This is from AnandTech, which means that this beta might be the version the press reviewed and leaked.

    Thanks so much for the heads up, Pasad.
     
    Seanzky, Oct 22, 2012
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  3. Prasad

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    It is what it is.
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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    can anybody confirm that include in the ccc the overdrive option????
     
    kolias, Oct 22, 2012
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  5. Prasad

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    AMD LCD Overdrive? It's there.
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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    i mean PERFORMANCE-OVERDRIVE. :)
     
    kolias, Oct 22, 2012
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    Not tried yet..
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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    File has been taken from AMD site for some fix, bugs...
     
    Undyingghost, Oct 22, 2012
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  9. Prasad

    Prasad NBR Reviewer 1337 NBR Reviewer

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    Well, no doubt. It's a beta. Besides, I just tested BF3 performance and haven't noticed any, but the bump in FPS is vividly noticeable! :D
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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    Hey asder nice to have you here,is the link you provide include PERFORMANCE-OVERDRIVE??
    THANKS
     
    kolias, Oct 22, 2012
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    So any fps bumps from this driver? Still running BF 3 at 40 FPS at everything maxed. I don't believe people can run BF 3 at 60 FPS and just downs to 55 fps in multiplayer just from a driver update..
     
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  14. Prasad

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    I didn't believe either, but the evidence points to the contrary. And my laptop is now a use case of proof.
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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    is this mainly performance increase for 7970m or will the 6990m get any benefits from this?
     
    smokingjam, Oct 22, 2012
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  16. Prasad

    Prasad NBR Reviewer 1337 NBR Reviewer

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    This driver is aimed at optimizing the newest GCN architecture, ie. the AMD Radeon 7000 Series (7xxx cards). The optimizations for your card have already been done in earlier drivers. You cannot expect any major performance increment from this driver, if at all.
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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  17. Silverfern

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    so did the new driver fix enduro?
     
    Silverfern, Oct 22, 2012
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  18. m3n00b

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    Also curious....is it worth downloading this? I can't seem to find a straight answer.
     
    m3n00b, Oct 22, 2012
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  19. Prasad

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    I don't use Enduro. It's easier for you guys to download, test it and report back for others in your shoes to know. As far as the general operation of the GPU goes, it's a LOT more efficient, Enduro or not. This applies like a generic performance increment to all 7xxx card owners. Specific differences between Enduro on and off would have to be seen from real life benchmark tests conducted by someone with access to two identical machines, for accurate results.
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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  20. Cloudfire

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    Here is what you guys should expect. Seems like an overall decent driver update.
    BTW: Did it fix the Enduro problems?
    [​IMG]
     
    Cloudfire, Oct 22, 2012
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    12.9 beta : P6318.
    12.11 beta : P6894.

    hummmm kk :D
     
    edryr, Oct 22, 2012
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    lol 500 points difference??and that its stock clocks??well done amd!! :D does this drivers has overdrive option for overclocking?
     
    johnnyman27, Oct 22, 2012
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  23. Marecki_clf

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    I wonder if there will be any improvement in performance in Folding@Home :)
     
    Marecki_clf, Oct 22, 2012
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  24. Prasad

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    Faster rendering, so yes, why not.

    MSI Afterburner works wonders.
     
    Prasad, Oct 22, 2012
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    Hows the performance compare to a stock 680M with these drivers? It might sway my decision.
     
    ratchetnclank, Oct 22, 2012
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    Since the links are down, I guess I'll wait until they're back up after the bugs are fixed. Has anyone established whether this incorporated the enduro fix?
     
    failwheeldrive, Oct 22, 2012
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    Yes, it has the Enduro fix. They said it should be back by 3PM EST, but it looks like it's not ready yet.
     
    Seanzky, Oct 22, 2012
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    PRAISE THE AMD OVERLORDS OUR PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ANSWERED!

    yay.
     
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    So I'm still rocking the stock Sager driver. Should I go ahead and do a clean install of the beta? Not sure if I should wait or not...
     
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    so maybe i should go ahead and order a 7970m?
     
    Silverfern, Oct 22, 2012
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  34. failwheeldrive

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    DO ITTT

    lol jk, wait to hear more before biting the bullet. I'm downloading now, so I'll give you guys my impressions in a bit :D
     
    failwheeldrive, Oct 22, 2012
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    gah i am sitting here just breaking P4000 combined score with my 675m

    and mythlogic is out of stock
     
    Silverfern, Oct 22, 2012
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  37. DaCM

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    Haha, seems like all of a sudden the 7970M has become a 'viable' choice again. :D
     
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    tell me about it lol...
     
    Silverfern, Oct 22, 2012
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    Also curious....I'm not even sure which driver I'm on. What's the proper way to install this?
     
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    Awesome guys! I'm downloading it now and doing a clean install. Can't wait to run some benchmarks :D

    lol my thoughts exactly. I'm glad I chose the 7970m.
     
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    Well, that's about 1000 points less than an overvolted, maxed GTX 680M then. That sounds pretty nice to me, it's only about a 13% lead for the GTX 680M.
     
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    and i havent even maxed out my voltage yet, so maybe i can match that 680m one day lol
     
    HaloGod2012, Oct 22, 2012
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    Those 3DMark scores are all new nice and stuff but, does the driver bring stable fps on bf3?
     
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    I just played some BF3 with only 5 people on a medium sized map, all on the highest settings, and I still get only 20+ fps. I didn't get to test Enduro, though. I don't know if the fps goes up as I lower the settings or not.

    UPDATE: Just played Diablo 3, max settings with v-sync and AA off... topped out at 65-68 fps. Not really a lot of gain from the previous drivers but a gain nonetheless.
     
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