AMD Updates FreeSync Certification Requirements to Reflect Latest Gaming Standards and Technology

AMD has announced updates to its FreeSync certification requirements, which will result in a significant reduction in the number of 1080P and 1440P monitors that support FreeSync.

FreeSync was introduced by AMD in 2015 as a competitor to NVIDIA G-Sync and VESA VRR. It addresses issues like screen tearing and stuttering by synchronizing the display refresh rate with the GPU, delivering an enhanced gaming experience. Over the years, FreeSync has grown into the largest gaming display ecosystem in the market, with over 4,000 certified monitors across various devices and platforms, including TVs, monitors, laptops, and game consoles, supporting DisplayPort, HDMI, and USB connectors.

As display technology continues to advance, FreeSync has also evolved. In 2017, AMD introduced FreeSync Premium Pro, which incorporated HDR features to ensure superior brightness and color accuracy on certified displays. The industry has witnessed a notable increase in refresh rates in recent years, with most gaming monitors now offering at least 144Hz. To stay up-to-date with the latest gaming standards and technology, AMD has decided to update the technical requirements for FreeSync. The maximum refresh rates required for AMD FreeSync certification for monitors and TVs have been increased to align with current best-in-class standards, and HDR requirements have been aligned with ecosystem specifications. However, the requirements for laptops remain unchanged, indicating a focus on desktop gaming setups.