Win XP 60Hertz only 4 Games?

[geoff]

Some time ago, I'm sure I read on THG that for some reason XP was locked to 60hertz when in games mode.
- Is that still the case?
- If so, is it now excepted as better?
- If so, Why?

I would presume the highter rate would be easier on the eyes.

Geoff.

 

[eden]

It doesn't seem to be the case anymore with the SP1, but I am not sure. Use the newest drivers from either manufacturer and you will get the RR lock feature. Or use a program that does that, though I forget the name of the one I used previously.

It isn't better in ANY WAY you perceive it. 60Hertz HURTZ!

Higher RRs make it easier on the eyes indeed and no one should suffer on 60Hz.

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[addiarmadar]

Windows will lock fullscreen apps to 60hz other than desktop. You can overide this from your driver settings. ATI drivers use refresh override.

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