TinyNvidiaUpdateChecker1.13.0

Nvidia Geforce Experience comes with a lot of useful features, but it is a large and resource-intensive application that runs services in the background even when it is not being used. If you only need it to check for driver updates, you may be interested in an alternative.TinyNvidiaUpdateChecker is, as its name suggests, a small utility that enables you to check for graphics card updates without installing Geforce Experience. Most importantly, however, it only downloads the core GPU drivers and can even remove telemetry.

Lightweight Nvidia driver update checker and downloader

The application does not need to be installed, and it is opened in a command-line window once launched. No commands need to be entered, however, as the entire process is handled through a series of dialog boxes.To begin with, you will be asked to specify which type of GPU you are using. After the device is detected, the program will display information about the driver, such as its version and release date, and you can begin downloading it.

Download Nvidia drivers without additional components and telemetry

One of the options you are presented with is to perform a minimal install, which involves removing telemetry and all other components that aren’t essential. However, it is worth noting that WinRAR needs to be available on your machine if you go for this type of installation.The entire process is fairly intuitive, and a complete log of the performed actions is displayed in the Command Prompt window. Once the download is complete, the program can display the release PDF and launch the installer automatically.

Handy utility for users who prefer not to use Geforce Experience for downloading updates

In a nutshell, TinyNvidiaUpdateChecker is a great option if you are looking for an alternative method of checking for and downloading driver updates. It is very intuitive, despite the lack of a GUI, and it enables you to remove telemetry and all other unnecessary components.