Auto HDR: How to use Windows 11’s eye-catching game feature
Windows 11 brings Auto HDR, first introduced on the Xbox Series X/S consoles, to the PC. The feature promises to make older titles look just as bright and vibrant as newer HDR-compatible releases without a major hit to performance. That’s sure to have PC gamers eyeing an upgrade to Windows 11. Is it worth making the leap?
We’ve dug deep into Windows 11’s Auto HDR to find the answer. Here’s everything you need to know, from the hardware you need to how to set it up, along with image quality comparisons with the feature on and off, and comparisons of how Windows 11’s Auto HDR compares to the version offered on the Xbox. Let’s dig in.
HOW TO USE AUTO HDR
Auto HDR is a standard feature of Windows 11 and is available when high dynamic range (HDR) is turned on. The Auto HDR toggle is found in the Display menu alongside the HDR switch. Some games will prompt you to turn Auto HDR on when launched if the feature is off.
You can also turn on Auto HDR through the Windows Game Bar. Press the Windows + G keys to bring up the game bar, select Settings (represented by a gear icon), then open Gaming Features. Select Use Auto HDR with supported games to turn on Auto HDR.
You will also see an HDR Intensity option. Select this to open a slider that lets you enhance or decrease the HDR effect. I
