Intel Launches Latest Graphics Driver: Version 32.0.101.7028
Intel has introduced a new graphics driver, designated version 32.0.101.7028, which is categorized as non-WHQL. This update primarily focuses on enhancing performance for two anticipated games: Hell is Us, a third-person action-adventure title set for release on PC and consoles on September 1, and the remake of the classic Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, which is scheduled to debut on August 28, 2025. The remake promises stunning new graphics and immersive 3D audio to captivate both new and returning players.
Aside from these game optimizations, the 32.0.101.7028 driver does not introduce any significant new features or bug fixes. The list of known issues remains unchanged, posing potential challenges for users. It is crucial for gamers and creators to be aware of these existing problems:
Known Issues with Intel Graphics Drivers
For Intel Arc B-Series Graphics Products:
- Visual distortions may occur during scenarios involving multiple applications.
- In PEAK (DX12), flickering textures can disrupt gameplay. It is recommended to use the Vulkan rendering API as a workaround.
- Broken Arrow (DX11) may underperform after graphics settings adjustments.
- World of Warcraft: Dragonflight might experience crashes when switching to DX11 API.
- Occasional crashes can occur while running PugetBench for Davinci Resolve Studio.
- To mitigate crashes, users are advised to set the timeout slider to 1500 seconds or higher in the PugetBench benchmark settings.
For Intel Arc A-Series Graphics Products:
- Lower than expected performance in Broken Arrow (DX11) after changing graphics settings may be experienced.
- Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (DX12) may crash with Ray-Tracing and XeSS enabled.
- World of Warcraft: Dragonflight may crash when switching to DX11 API.
- Crashes might also occur intermittently while using PugetBench for Davinci Resolve Studio.
- Users should adjust the timeout setting in the PugetBench to 1500 seconds or more to ensure all tests finish properly.
For Intel Core Ultra Series 1 and 2 with Integrated Intel Arc GPUs:
- World of Warcraft: Dragonflight could face crashes upon switching to DX11 API.
- Adobe Premiere Pro may crash when employing audio enhancement features on Series 2.
- Topaz Video AI could exhibit visual artifacts when certain AI models are utilized.
- Benchmark crashes for PugetBench are also reported for both Photoshop and Lightroom users.
Supported Hardware for the Latest Driver
The Intel 32.0.101.7028 non-WHQL driver supports 64-bit Windows 10 and 11 operating systems on a range of Intel processors and graphics cards:
| Discrete GPUs | Integrated GPUs |
|---|---|
| Intel Arc A-Series (Alchemist) Intel Arc B-Series (Battlemage) Intel Iris Xe Discrete Graphics (DG1) | Intel Core Ultra Series 2 (Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake) Intel Core Ultra (Meteor Lake) Intel Core 14th Gen (Raptor Lake Refresh) Intel Core 13th Gen (Raptor Lake) Intel Core 12th Gen (Alder Lake) Intel Core 11th Gen (Tiger Lake) |
Accessing the Driver and Additional Resources
To download the latest graphics driver, visit the official Intel website here. For detailed release notes, you can access the documentation here (PDF).
Stay updated with the latest developments and optimizations in Intel’s gaming support to ensure an optimal experience while gaming or designing.
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