Monitor Refresh Rate Not Showing 144Hz Windows 11 Fix [2026]

Quick Answer: 144Hz not showing due to cable limitation or wrong port. Use DisplayPort 1.2+ or HDMI 2.0+ and connect directly to GPU, not motherboard.

Fix

Use Correct Cable

DisplayPort 1.2+ or HDMI 2.0+ required for 144Hz. HDMI 1.4 limited to 120Hz.

Update GPU Driver

Device Manager → Display adapters → Update driver

Check Monitor OSD

Monitor menu → ensure 144Hz enabled

Set Refresh Rate

Settings → System → Display → Advanced display → Choose 144Hz

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