# Topaz Video 1.6.0 — Topaz Video 1.6.0

- Product: Topaz Video (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/topaz-video)
- Vendor: Topaz Labs
- Date: 2026-05-14
- Version: 1.6.0
- Original notes: https://community.topazlabs.com/t/topaz-video-1-6-0/102732
- Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/topaz-video/releases/1.6.0
- Labels: Platforms: Windows, macOS

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Hi Everyone, We have some more exciting updates this week! And to our AMD and Mac friends, this is a good one! See more details below: 1.6.0 Downloads Windows | Mac Improvements and Fixes Features Pre…

- **added** — Starlight Precise 2.5 model now available for AMD and Mac with dedicated icon for faster model access
- **added** — Hyperion 2 SDR-HDR model now available for AMD and Mac local rendering
- **added** — Topaz plugin for Nuke compositor software
- **changed** — Crop X & Y functionality updated
- **fixed** — Timeline issues with image sequences
- **fixed** — Project loading fixes

Hi Everyone,
We have some more exciting updates this week! And to our AMD and Mac friends, this is a good one!
See more details below:
1.6.0 Downloads
[Windows](https://downloads.topazlabs.com/deploy/TopazVideoStudio/1.6.0/TopazVideo-1.6.0.msi) | [Mac](https://downloads.topazlabs.com/deploy/TopazVideoStudio/1.6.0/TopazVideo-1.6.0.pkg)
Improvements and Fixes
Features
- Precise 2.5 update for AMD & Mac!
- SDR-HDR Model: Hyperion 2 for AMD & Mac!
- Topaz Plugin: Nuke
Additional Updates
- Crop X & Y Update
Bug Fixes
- Timeline issues with Image Sequences
- Project loading fixes
- and more!
Precise 2.5 update for AMD & Mac!
Starlight Precise 2.5 has made one heck of a splash! And like the title suggests, AMD and Mac are now supported for this model! And yes, this model available for everyone that meets the requirements to run it!
Model Recap
Starlight Precise 2.5 is the 5th variant to the desktop Starlight Model Family. Note, that previous iterations of this model exists on Astra. This model has been specialized for realistic human face and skin textures in addition to other areas of improvement such as material, texture, and text.
This model has become so popular, that you can now find Starlight Precise 2.5 model with it’s own icon for faster model access.
About
- This model works for Medium to High Quality content whether this is generative, live action or restoration videos.
- Improves generated content that may have soft, plastic, or slight artificial looks, however the AI generated content should have solid structure and composition for ideal improvements.
- There is a slight difference between the local version and the cloud version in order to fit on the desktop.
- Greatly reduces flickering with smaller textures.
- Recommended to use video inputs at or under 4K.
- Outputs up to 4K.
- Model access via the cloud for all subscription models.
- Cloud Export is supported on both Mac and Windows.
- Expect long render times for this diffusion model. Appears to have faster processing compared to Mini and HQ.
- Please note that Starlight Precise 2.5 model had to be slightly modified to fit the MAC hardware requirements. Mac users may experience slower renders, however outputs have maintained results that are reasonably similar to Nvidia with great quality results.
This Model Is Less Ideal For
- Shots with heavy motion blur may be rendered as texture.
- Not intended for very low/poor condition quality media.
- Interlaced content needs to be de-interlaced first.
- Not ideal for content below 480p
Technical Things To Know
- Now available for AMD, Mac & Nvidia
- Available for all licenses to run locally! Yes, you read this right!
Nvidia Requirements:
- Requires an absolute minimum of 12GB VRAM with 32GB CPU RAM, though 16GB VRAM is recommended.
- Targeted for GPU compute compatibility of 8.9. This is also the recommendation.
- Please note, though there might be some success with a CC of 8.6 cards, this is not
- This model is included locally, using neuroserver.
AMD Requirements:
- Requires an absolute minimum of 12GB VRAM with 32GB RAM, though 16GB VRAM is recommended.
Mac Requirements:
- Requires an absolute minimum of 16GB though 24GB is recommended.
- All Apple Silicon should be supported.
SDR-HDR Model: Hyperion 2 for AMD & Mac!
Hyperion 2 is finally available for AMD and Mac for local rendering! Please note the individual requirements needed pending your machine’s hardware below.
Model Recap
Hyperion 2, is a great update to our previous iteration. This version of the model expands your color and nit value range even further! This is fantastic for wider spectrum manipulation for VFX Compositing and for modern viewing on HDR supportive displays!
About
- Converts 8-bit GenAI or archival video into HDR, high bit-depth media suitable for professional finishing pipelines.
- Expands tonal range and color precision to provide significantly greater grading latitude in highlights, shadows, and midtones.
- Prevents highlight and shadow clampi

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