Sony pushing variable refresh rate to PS5 this week

Sony’s got a new software update coming down the pipe, giving PS5 owners access to a variable refresh rate (VRR) option. The new option and support is rolling out globally starting this week.

Owners of HDMI 2.1 VRR compatible televisions and monitors can enable the new tech to dynamically sync the screen’s refresh rate to the PS5’s graphical output. This works towards eliminating visual artifacting and screen tearing, leading to better visual performance. The optimal experience is much smoother gameplay, crisper graphics, and reduced input lag.