How can computer parts like a graphics cards get updates to get faster when they are still the same hardware? And why are there soo regular?

Question

How can computer parts like a graphics cards get updates to get faster when they are still the same hardware? And why are there soo regular?

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Answer 1

It’s not really an update to make the graphics card “get faster”. Those are updates to make the communication between the hardware and your computer get “more efficient, secure, stable”, hence, making it faster.

A graphics card will still be the same raw performance no matter the update.