NVIDIA is extending its support for Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta GPUs, ensuring these architectures continue to receive Game Ready Driver (GRD) updates until October 2025. Even after this date, security updates will continue until October 2028, demonstrating NVIDIA’s commitment to prolonged support, reaching up to 11 years in some cases. This is notably more extended than industry standards, reaffirming NVIDIA’s dedication to its legacy GPU users.
These updates affect a range of GPUs, starting from the GeForce GTX 700 series, all the way to the upcoming RTX 50 series. This news is particularly meaningful for enthusiasts who have been building PCs with these GPUs, either as entry-level options or powerful upgrades.
The GeForce GTX 750 Ti and GTX 750 marked the debut of the Maxwell architecture, which was further expanded with the GeForce 900 series. Then came the celebrated Pascal “GeForce 10” series, including the iconic GTX 1080 Ti. Although Volta didn’t have its own GeForce lineup, the Titan V served as a standout prosumer option.
Moreover, NVIDIA is extending Windows 10 Game Ready Driver support across all RTX GPUs until October 2026. This is especially beneficial for users who remain on Windows 10, as it allows them to receive the latest optimization updates for new games and applications, even as Windows 11 gains traction.
The commitment from NVIDIA means those with RTX GPUs, spanning from the RTX 20 series to the future RTX 50 series, can continue to enjoy optimal performance on Windows 10 systems. This comprehensive support plan ensures that existing and future users remain well-equipped for an enhanced gaming experience.
