To enable Dynamic Refresh Rate (DRR) on your Windows 11 laptop, follow these steps:
- Open Settings:
- Right-click the Start menu and select “Settings” or use the Windows + I keyboard shortcut.
- Navigate to Display settings:
- Go to System > Display.
- Access Advanced display settings:
- Scroll down and click on “Advanced display” under “Related settings”.
- Enable Dynamic Refresh Rate:
- Look for the “Choose a refresh rate” dropdown menu.
- If your hardware supports DRR, you’ll see a “Dynamic” option. Select it to enable DRR.
Important requirements to note:
- Your laptop must have a display that supports Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) and a refresh rate of at least 120 Hz.
- You need a graphics driver that supports WDDM 3.0 or higher.
- If you don’t see the “Dynamic” option, your hardware may not support DRR or you may need to update your graphics drivers.
- In newer Windows 11 builds (version 24H2 and higher), there may be a simple toggle switch for “Dynamic refresh rate” instead of the dropdown menu.
Benefits of enabling DRR:
- Windows will automatically switch between lower and higher refresh rates based on your activity.
- It helps balance performance and power consumption, potentially extending battery life on laptops.
If you’re unable to enable DRR, ensure your graphics drivers are up to date and that your laptop meets the hardware requirements. If issues persist, you may need to check with your laptop manufacturer for compatibility information.