| Function | Does it do this? | Explanation | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Enable OS to see PCIe slots | | Core function. | | Control USB ports & SATA | Yes | Via INF files that map hardware IDs. | | Improve Gaming FPS | No | Chipset drivers do not contain GPU optimizations. | | Manage CPU microcode | No | CPU microcode updates come via BIOS/UEFI or Windows Update. | | Increase SSD speed | Rarely | Only if the update fixes a specific NVMe/RAID controller bug. |
Update only when prompted by a specific hardware issue or security advisory. Do not treat chipset drivers as a monthly "performance update" like GPU drivers. intel chipset drivers update
Updates can reduce system latency and micro-stutters, particularly in high-demand tasks like gaming. | Function | Does it do this
Use Intel® Driver & Support Assistant (Intel DSA) – official tool that scans hardware directly. | | Improve Gaming FPS | No |