How to adjust the monitor refresh rate

How to adjust the monitor refresh rate

The refresh rate of the monitor determines how many times per second the image on the screen is refreshed. A high refresh rate, such as 120 Hz or 144 Hz, provides smoother motion and a better gaming experience. In this article, we'll look at how to change this setting in Windows 11 and the NVIDIA Control Panel.

Changing the refresh rate in Windows 11

1. Open the display settings:

• Press Win + I to open Settings.

• Go to System → Display.

2. Select the correct display:

• Go to "Advanced Display Settings".

• If you have multiple monitors, select the correct one under "Display".

3. Adjust the refresh rate:

• Scroll down to "Advanced Display Settings."

• Under "Refresh Rate", select the desired value from the list and save your changes.

Changing the refresh rate in the NVIDIA Control Panel

1.Open the NVIDIA Control Panel:

• Click PCM on the desktop → "NVIDIA Control Panel".

2.Navigate to Display Settings:

• Open "Change Resolution" under "Display".

3.Select the desired monitor.

4.Adjust the refresh rate:

• In the "Refresh rate" field, select the available frequency.

5.Save the settings and confirm the changes.

Computer with high frame rate

If the selected frequency is not applied, make sure you are using the correct cable (DisplayPort or HDMI) and your monitor supports the correct value. After changing the settings, it is recommended that you restart your computer to ensure that the settings are applied correctly.

To take full advantage of a monitor with a high refresh rate, you need a powerful computer that can deliver consistent high frame rates for modern games and other resource-intensive tasks. If you are looking for a productive system for comfortable use of such a monitor, pay attention to a wide range of ready-made solutions in GamingPC store.