Vray All Versions List

This article lists the most significant major releases. There are numerous hotfixes, service packs, and small point updates (e.g., 5.10.03, 6.20.04) released between major versions that focus on bug fixes and stability improvements. For the most detailed, build-specific changelogs, always consult the official Chaos documentation.

Introduced standalone and interactive denoising to cut render times by eliminating the need for clean, high-sample passes.

Introduced V-Ray Enmesh (repeating 3D geometry over surfaces like fabric) and Chaos Scatter for foliage and landscaping. vray all versions list

: Marketed as "smart" rendering, this version introduced the Adaptive Dome Light Scene Intelligence to automate sampling and lighting optimization. : Known for the introduction of the V-Ray Denoiser

If you have been in the 3D visualization game for more than five minutes, you know that is the gold standard for photorealistic rendering. But with so many integrations (3ds Max, SketchUp, Rhino, Revit, Maya, Houdini...), keeping track of "which version did what" can feel like a full-time job. This article lists the most significant major releases

Built for massive data handling and complex simulation rendering.

Eliminated the absolute necessity to export raw renders to third-party software like Adobe Photoshop for basic color grading and compositing. V-Ray 6 (2022) : Known for the introduction of the V-Ray

This is the version many studios cut their teeth on.

V-Ray 6 introduced massive world-building tools and collaboration features designed to handle complex open-world environments.

Optimized for complex procedural simulation pipelines (fluids, fire, destruction).

Chaos maintains tailored iterations of the V-Ray engine across the major design ecosystems: The flagship pipeline tool.