NVIDIA Driver r470-windows End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
NVIDIA Driver r470-windows reached end of life on 9 Jul 2024. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the NVIDIA Driver release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 22 Jun 2021 | 5y 3mo ago |
| Active Support ended | 20 Sept 2021 | security fixes only after this |
| Security Support ended | 9 Jul 2024 | 2y 3mo ago |
| Latest release | 475.14 · 9 Jul 2024 | final |
Where to go from r470-windows
Recommended target: NVIDIA Driver r615-windows (supported until 9 Sept 2027).
The newest actively supported branch is NVIDIA Driver r615-windows (latest release 616.92).
Frequently asked questions
Is NVIDIA Driver r470-windows still safe to use?
NVIDIA Driver r470-windows reached end of life on 9 Jul 2024, 818 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download NVIDIA Driver r470-windows?
Yes — the final release (475.14) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade NVIDIA Driver r470-windows to?
Upgrade to NVIDIA Driver r615-windows, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 9 Sept 2027).