How to Check If Your Phone’s Refresh Rate Is Actually Active
How to Check If Your Phone’s Refresh Rate Is Actually Active While testing an AvNexo device in London, I noticed that some apps didn’t feel as smooth as expected, even though the phone supported 90Hz or 120Hz. Speaking with UK users from Manchester, Edinburgh, and Birmingham, I realised that many people don’t know how to confirm whether their high-refresh-rate display is actually working. Here’s a practical guide. What Is Refresh Rate? Refresh rate measures how often your screen updates per second, expressed in Hertz (Hz): Higher refresh rates (90Hz, 120Hz) provide smoother animations and scrolling Standard rates (60Hz) are sufficient for basic usage but appear less fluid Most modern smartphones, including Samsung, Google Pixel, and iPhones, support variable refresh rates Ways to Check Refresh Rate on Your Phone 1. Using Built-in Settings Most devices allow you to view and adjust refresh rate: iPhone: Settings → Accessibility → Motion → Limit Frame Rate (di...