Display Refresh Rate

The display refresh rate is the number of times per second a monitor updates the image on the screen, measured in Hertz (Hz). For example, a 60Hz monitor refreshes the image 60 times per second, while a 144Hz monitor does so 144 times per second.


Why Refresh Rate Matters?

  • Smoothness of Motion: Higher refresh rates result in smoother motion, especially noticeable in fast-paced activities like gaming or watching action-packed videos.
  • Reduced Motion Blur: A higher refresh rate reduces motion blur, making moving objects appear clearer and more defined.
  • Improved Responsiveness: For gamers, a higher refresh rate improves responsiveness, providing a more immersive and competitive experience.


Changing Display Refresh Rates

  • Windows
    1. Right-click on the desktop and select Display settings.
    2. Scroll down and click on Advanced display settings.
    3. Select the display and choose the desired refresh rate from the drop-down menu.

  • macOS
    1. Go to Apple menu > System Preferences > Displays.
    2. Hold the Option key and click on Scaled to reveal refresh rate options.

  • ChromeOS
    1. Click on the time at the bottom right and select Settings.
    2. Go to Device > Displays.
    3. Choose the display and select the desired refresh rate.




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