How to Update Audio Drivers in Windows 11

There is not one but multiple ways to update the audio drivers on Windows 11; you can use either the Device Manager, Windows 11 Settings, etc. Here are the best ways to update Audio drivers in Windows 11.

1. Update Audio Drivers from Windows 11 Update

Windows 11 automatically downloads and installs all missing drivers during the System Update. Hence, it is the easiest and most hassle-free way to install all pending driver updates.

1. Press the Windows Key + S button on your keyboard. This will open the Settings app.

2. Switch to Windows Update.

3. Click Check for Updates.

4. Windows 11 will automatically check for software updates. If any update is pending, click on Download and Install.

5. Wait until the update downloads & installs on your device.

2. Update Audio Driver on Windows 11 via Device Manager

You can use the Device Manager utility of Windows 11 to update the outdated audio drivers.

1. Open the Device Manager app from the Windows Search.

2. Expand the Sound, Video, and game controllers.

3. Right-click on the audio card and select Update Driver.

4. Click on Search automatically for the drivers option.

5. If you already have the latest audio drivers, select the Browse my computer for drivers option and locate the driver.

3. Download the latest Audio Driver from the Manufacturer’s Website

If you’re using a laptop or computer from a specific OEM, you can visit their official website to download the latest audio drivers for the sound card.

For example, if you have a Lenovo laptop, you can visit Lenovo’s official website and download the latest audio drivers.

Usually, you will have to visit the official website of your laptop/PC manufacturer and find their driver repository. Once you find the repository for device drivers, download the latest audio drivers & install them on your computer/laptop.

4. Update Audio Drivers using Driver Updater

Hundreds of driver updater programs are available for Windows 11; some are good and can update all outdated drivers in just a few clicks.

Most driver updaters designed for Windows 10 are also fully compatible with Windows 11. On Techviral, we have already shared a list of the best driver update tools for Windows; make sure to go through that guide and pick the tool that suits your needs.

This guide covers updating Audio Drivers in Windows 11. We have shared different ways to do this; you can follow any of them. Let us know if you need more help.

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