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Yes, BasicVSR++ comes with the torch addon.

OK, I doubt it will run on my ancient PC

Okay, you won't be able to reproduce the same effect without it, but maybe some aWarpSharp on Chroma only also will help.
(The whole over sharpening and chroma bleeding is a pain. )

Cu Selur

Another approach:
script: https://pastebin.com/YHQ3W0vy
image: https://imgsli.com/MjgwNjA0