For those of us who love to tinker with our graphics cards, MSI Afterburner is an indispensable tool. It allows for fine-tuned control over clock speeds, voltages, fan curves, and more. So, it's always good news when an update is on the horizon, and it looks like we're finally getting some news about the next version of this beloved utility
It's been a while since we've seen a public release of MSI Afterburner, but it seems development is ongoing behind the scenes. According to recent information, a new update is indeed in the works and is planned to coincide with the launch of NVIDIA's highly anticipated RTX 5080 series. This is fantastic news as it suggests that the software will be fully prepared to support these next-generation GPUs out of the box.
This update isn't just about compatibility though; it's bringing some new features with it. Specifically, the new update will introduce support for three independent fan controllers, up from the two found on the 30x0 and 40x0 series cards. This is particularly exciting as the 5080 series are expected to have these three controllers. This means more granular control over your GPU's cooling solution, which can be essential for optimal performance and pushing your card's limits.
To support this new hardware, a new button will be included in the interface for asynchronous fan speed control for the third fan. Additionally, the update will provide new context help information to guide users on how to utilize this new functionality.
The author also mentioned that there will be other new strings for localization, but those will be handled internally for third-party localizations. So even if you have a custom localization, you should still see the changes appear.
While there's no specific date for the release other than the "5080 series sales start," it's something to keep an eye out for if you're an enthusiast or are planning on upgrading to NVIDIA's next-generation hardware.
In summary, it looks like MSI is working hard to ensure MSI Afterburner stays relevant and useful with the release of the next-gen GPUs. This update is highly anticipated and promises to give us more control over our graphics cards.
Stay tuned for more updates!
