Microsoft Launches Auto SR Upscaling for Xbox Ally X Handheld and Copilot Plus PCs

Microsoft has officially launched Automatic Super Resolution (Auto SR), the company's AI-powered upscaling technology designed to compete with Nvidia’s DLSS. The feature is now rolling out for the Xbox Ally X, the Xbox Ally X20, and select Windows Copilot Plus PCs alongside several major functionality updates.

Handheld Mode and 1080p Support

Microsoft first began testing Auto SR on the Xbox Ally X in April, but early implementations were restricted to docked operation. With the official rollout, the upscaler now functions while running on battery power in handheld mode.

The update also expands compatibility to games running at 1080p resolution. While Microsoft cautioned that running in handheld mode at 1080p "may not be as optimal as other configurations," the company noted that players will still see noticeable visual enhancements, particularly when playing older titles.

120fps Performance Mode and Auto HDR

Alongside the portability upgrades, Microsoft is addressing previous framerate constraints. Earlier builds of Auto SR capped gameplay to around 60fps to 75fps. The full release introduces a new "Auto SR Performance mode" capable of driving framerates up to 120fps.

Both the high-framerate Performance mode and newly integrated compatibility with Auto HDR are being distributed to eligible devices via standard Windows updates.