Cuda 12.6 Minimum Driver Version Updated Jun 2026

For new GPU architectures (e.g., H100, B100, RTX 40-series), use at least 560.35.05 or newer.

You might not be able to use brand-new features introduced in 12.6 if your driver is from the 12.0 era (like 525.x). cuda 12.6 minimum driver version

Beyond the driver, ensure your system meets these basic hardware and software needs: For new GPU architectures (e