Sony has today confirmed that HDMI 2.1 VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support will be added to PlayStation 5 console in the coming months through a firmware update.

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PS5 owners will soon be able to enjoy games in VRR for smoother, tear-free gameplay with lower input lag. PS5 must be connected to a TV or monitor with HDMI 2.1 VRR support.

- "We’re also pleased to share that Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) is planned to release on PS5 in the coming months. On HDMI 2.1-compatible TVs and PC monitors, VRR dynamically syncs the refresh rate of the display to the PS5 console’s graphical output. This enhances visual performance for PS5 games by minimizing or eliminating visual artifacts, such as frame pacing issues and screen tearing. Gameplay in many PS5 titles feels smoother as scenes render instantly, graphics look crisper, and input lag is reduced. Previously released PS5 games can be fully optimized for VRR through a game patch and future games may include VRR support at launch," announced Hideaki Nishino, SVP of Platform Experience, Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Here is the PlayStation 5's upcoming VRR menu.


 PS5's new VRR menu

Sony explained that users can also apply VRR to PlayStation games that do not run at an unlocked frame rate, however this may cause unexpected visual artifacts.

- "As an added option, you can also choose to apply VRR to PS5 games that don’t support it. This feature may improve video quality for some games. If this results in any unexpected visual effects, you can turn off this option at any time. Both VRR and this secondary option can be turned on or off. Please note that results may vary depending on the TV you’re using and game you’re playing. As we get closer to the feature’s release, we’ll share more details, including some of the games that will enable VRR support through a game patch."

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Xbox already supports HDMI 2.1 VRR in addition to AMD FreeSync. This applies to both the Xbox One and Xbox Series generations. In addition, VRR has been supported for years on PCs in the form of AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync.

You can see which TV models support HDMI 2.1 VRR in FlatpanelsHD's TV Database.