ROG Ally AFMF: How to Unlock Smoother Gameplay with AMD Fluid Motion Frames

Mastering AMD Fluid Motion Frames for Enhanced Gaming on the ROG Ally

Exciting updates to the ASUS ROG Ally now include support for AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF), offering gamers the ability to enhance their gaming experience by smoothing frame rates. However, setting up AFMF correctly is crucial as improper settings can degrade performance.

The Impact of AFMF on ROG Ally Gaming Performance

‘AMD Fluid Motion Frames’ can dramatically improve the gaming performance on ROG Ally by generating additional frames, which can double the fps and enhance the smoothness of gameplay. Tests with titles like Cyberpunk 2077 on the ROG Ally have shown that with AFMF enabled, average frame rates can increase significantly, particularly in demanding AAA games.

However, correct settings are needed to make sure your performance isn’t negatively impacted..

Detailed Guide to Setting Up AFMF Correctly on ROG Ally

To ensure that AMD Fluid Motion Frames enhances your gaming experience without any hiccups, follow these steps:

1. Enable HYPR-RX in AMD Software: ‘AMD Fluid Motion Frames’ is a feature within AMD’s HYPR-RX technology. Before activating AFMF, make sure HYPR-RX is enabled.

• Open AMD Software on ROG Ally: Start by tapping the Windows icon in the taskbar, then type “AMD Software” into the search bar to find and open the application.
• Navigate to the Home tab: Ensure you are on the Home tab upon opening AMD Software.
• Enable HYPER-RX Global: Look for the Current Game’s Experience box in the upper left corner. Click the Enable button under HYPER-RX Global. If HYPER-RX is not visible, use the side arrows to cycle through until you find it.
• Configure Game Settings: After enabling HYPER-RX, a notice will pop up explaining the feature. Proceed by tapping on “Configure Game Settings.”

2. Activate AFMF from AMD Software: Currently, AFMF settings are adjusted within AMD Software, as integration into Armoury Crate is expected in the future.

• Open AMD Software: Access the application by typing “AMD Software” into the Windows search bar and selecting it.
• Navigate to Gaming Settings: Click the Gaming tab at the top of the AMD Software interface, then select the Graphics subtab.
• Activate AMD Fluid Motion Frames: Enable this feature by tapping on the toggle button provided.

3. Avoid Third-Party Performance Overlays: Using third-party performance monitoring tools like Xbox Game Bar or Armoury Crate SE can interfere with AFMF. Stick to AMD’s own performance overlay for accurate fps readings. Here’s how to enable:

• Open AMD Software: Begin by launching the AMD Software.
• Navigate to Performance Metrics: Click on the Performance tab, then select the Metrics subtab.
• Customize Display Metrics: In the right menu, under the Tracking tab, click the eye icon to choose which metrics to display in the overlay.
• Enable Overlay Features: Click on the Overlap tab in the right menu and activate the options for Enable Metrics Overlay and Game Detection for Metrics Overlay.

4. Enable Anti-Lag: For the best results, combine AMD Fluid Motion Frames with AMD Radeon Anti-Lag to reduce latency and further smooth out gameplay.

5. Adjust Game Settings for Optimal AFMF Performance: Ensure that games are run in full screen mode with VSYNC disabled to allow AMD Fluid Motion Frames to function properly.

6. Individual Game Configuration May Be Necessary: Some games might require AMD Fluid Motion Frames to be enabled specifically within their settings, even after enabling it globally in AMD Software. Here’s how:

• Open AMD Software: Start by launching the AMD Software.
• Access Game Settings: Tap on the Gaming tab, then proceed to the Games subtab.
• Select a Game: Choose the game you wish to modify settings for, such as Cyberpunk 2077.
• Enable AMD Fluid Motion Frames: Scroll to the option and activate AMD Fluid Motion Frames.
• Adjust Additional Settings: Ensure that Radeon Anti-Lag is turned on and AMD FreeSync is turned off.
• Navigate Between Games: Use the back button in the upper left to return to your library of games if you wish to adjust AFMF settings for other titles.

7. Keep Your System Updated: For optimal performance with AMD Fluid Motion Frames, ensure that your Windows, AMD Software, Armoury Crate SE, and MyASUS are all updated to the latest versions. If you don’t see AFMF or HYPR-RX as options in your ROG settings, you may need to force an update and change other options. Here’s how to do that:

• Windows Update:
  • Click the Windows icon → Settings → System → Windows Update (top right corner).
  • Click “Check for Updates.”
  • Install any available updates.
  • Restart ROG Ally.
• Windows Game Optimization:
  • Click the Windows icon → Settings → System → Display → Graphics.
  • Click “Change default graphics settings” (small blue text near the top).
  • Turn on “Optimization for windowed games.”
  • Restart the game and ROG Ally.
• Armoury Crate SE Update:
  • Open Armoury Crate → Content → Update Center.
  • Click “Check for Updates.”
  • Install any available updates.
  • Restart ROG Ally.
  • Note: Armoury Crate SE updates might require a restart of ROG Ally for the updates to take effect, even if not prompted by the system.
• MyASUS Update:
  • Open MYASUS → System Update.
  • Click the “Check for…” button.
  • Install any updates.
  • Restart ROG Ally.
• AMD Software Update:
  • Open AMD Software → Home.
  • Navigate to Driver & Software (box on the right side of the screen).
  • Click “Check for Updates.”
  • Install any updates.
  • Restart ROG Ally.

Key Points to Remember for Using AMD Fluid Motion Frames on the ROG Ally

While AMD Fluid Motion Frames can significantly enhance the visual performance of games on the ROG Ally, it requires careful setup to avoid any potential performance issues. Remember to disable incompatible settings and use AMD’s software solutions to manage performance enhancements effectively.

With these settings optimized, the ROG Ally not only competes well with other gaming handhelds but stands out with its superior customization and performance capabilities.