Adjust refresh rate

The action you see on your screen is a series of frames strung together, like a movie. Refresh rate refers to how many times per second the display updates or “refreshes” the image it shows. The refresh rate is measured in hertz (Hz), which stands for cycles per second.

A higher display refresh rate shows more frames per second, making the action smoother and more responsive. This uses more battery power.

Notes
  • When Battery saver is on, the refresh rate is set to 60Hz, regardless of this setting.
  • When you're playing a game, Gametime overrides this setting, allowing for 120Hz refresh rate.

To raise or lower the refresh rate:

  1. Go to Settings > Display.
  2. Tap Display refresh rate.

  3. Adjust the rate:

    • For the smoothest, most responsive display, use Hyper smooth.
    • To save battery life, use Efficiency first.