NVCleanstall is now the only way I upgrade my Nvidia GPU's drivers
Summary
Nvidia's transition from GeForce Experience to the new Nvidia app prompts users to seek a more streamlined approach for GPU driver updates. The authors highlight the need for clarity and efficiency in managing these essential updates.
Key Insights
What is NVCleanstall and how does it differ from Nvidia's standard driver installer?
NVCleanstall is a third-party tool that allows users to customize Nvidia GeForce driver installations by selecting only essential components like the display driver, PhysX, and HDMI audio, while excluding bloatware, telemetry, and advertising. Unlike Nvidia's official installers via GeForce Experience or the Nvidia app, it debloats the package, downloads only needed parts directly from Nvidia, and supports clean installs or rollbacks to specific versions.[1][3][6]
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Is it safe to disable driver telemetry with NVCleanstall, and what precautions should users take?
Disabling driver telemetry via NVCleanstall's expert tweaks reduces Nvidia's data collection and running processes but may trigger anti-cheat systems in online games, potentially leading to bans; users should avoid this option if playing such games. For best results, run Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) first to remove old drivers completely before installing with NVCleanstall.[1][4][5]
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