Disable GPU driver updates in Windows Update.
Disable GPU driver updates in Windows Update.
Hi everyone, I understand you're looking to prevent Windows Update from updating GPU drivers while keeping other drivers intact. That's a common concern, especially with Windows 11 Pro. Let me know if you'd like tips on how to manage driver updates specifically for the GPU.
We're discussing a graphics card from Intel, Nvidia, or Radeon. Usually these devices run their own software that handles updates independently of Windows updates. Since Windows update servers often lack the latest graphics drivers, automatic updates are rare unless your drivers are outdated.
I own a G15 Strix laptop equipped with ROG 5900HX + Radeon Graphics and a 3060 Mobile. With two GPUs, I aim to install the newest AMD drivers for optimal performance. AMD suggests using OEM drivers, though they’re outdated and Windows often installs unnecessary bloat. Currently, I bypass group policy restrictions to get the latest driver updates, which works well. However, adding new external drives or webcams sometimes causes installation failures due to policy blocks. I’m looking for a method to prevent Windows Update from interfering with GPU driver installation.
I experienced an issue on my second system a few months ago (possibly a year prior) where the Windows drivers interfered with the newer AMD graphics drivers for my RX 580. This led to instability and frequent problems, likely due to incorrect installation. I never resolved it until AMD released an updated driver that I could install.
This device uses a comparable configuration with the 5800hs and 3060. I simply update the AMD GPU driver on amd.com and download the 3060 drivers from nvidia.com. I prefer a more traditional approach—manually installing the drivers instead of using GeForce Experience or similar tools. I haven’t encountered any problems with Windows 11 accepting older driver versions. I’ve used it on both my company and personal systems, starting from day one, so there should be nothing wrong if you’re using the newest driver updates.