Load DDS File Node

By maikgreubelView on GitHub →

A simple node for loading DDS (DirectDraw Surface) texture files into a PyTorch tensor. The node is designed to be used in visual programming frameworks that support custom nodes (e.g., ComfyUI, AUTOMATIC1111).

How much VRAM does Load DDS File Node require?

Direct Answer: The ComfyUI node Load DDS File Node requires a minimum base VRAM of 4096MB and is optimized for GPUs with at least 8GB of VRAM. Low VRAM mode is not supported for this node.

Very High (4-8GB)
Base VRAM:
4096MB (4.0GB)
Recommended GPU:
8GB+ VRAM
Low VRAM Mode:
✗ Not supported
Estimation Confidence:
MEDIUM

Interactive VRAM Compatibility Estimator

Estimated Total VRAM: 3.00 GBTarget: 8 GB
✅ Comfortable Fit

Your GPU has plenty of headroom. You can run this node safely with your active configurations!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much VRAM does Load DDS File Node require?

Load DDS File Node requires a minimum of 4096MB (4.0GB) of VRAM for base operation. For optimal performance, a GPU with at least 8GB of VRAM is recommended. Low VRAM mode is not supported for this node.

Can I run Load DDS File Node on an RTX 3060, RTX 4070, or RTX 4090?

✅ RTX 3060 (12GB): Yes, fully compatible with 6.8GB headroom. ✅ RTX 4070 (12GB): Yes, fully compatible with 6.8GB headroom. ✅ RTX 4070 Ti (16GB): Yes, fully compatible with 10.4GB headroom. ✅ RTX 4090 (24GB): Yes, fully compatible with 17.6GB headroom

How do I install Load DDS File Node in ComfyUI?

To install Load DDS File Node: (1) Navigate to your ComfyUI/custom_nodes directory, (2) Clone the repository: git clone https://github.com/maikgreubel/comfyui-loaddds, (3) Install dependencies: pip install -r requirements.txt (if present), (4) Restart ComfyUI. Alternatively, use ComfyUI Manager for one-click installation.