Prerequisites Before Troubleshooting<\/h3>\n\n- The first step is to check the Monitor box or the OEM website to verify if your monitor supports AMD FreeSync.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Next, check if the GPU installed on your PC supports FreeSync.<\/span><\/li>\n
- Finally, ensure that you are using a DisplayPort<\/a> or HDMI 2.0+ cable because old HDMI versions do not support FreeSync.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
11 Methods to Fix AMD FreeSync Not Working on Windows<\/strong><\/h2>\nMethod 1 : Enable FreeSync in AMD Software<\/h3>\n
The first step we must undertake to resolve AMD FreeSync is to enable the option in AMD software by carrying out these steps.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Right-click your desktop \u2192 <\/span>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/b>.
\n<\/span>2. Go to the <\/span>Display<\/b> tab.
\n<\/span>3. Turn <\/span>AMD FreeSync<\/b> \u2192 <\/span>On<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Turn](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Turn-AMD-FreeSync-On.webp\")
\n4. If it says \u201cNot Supported,\u201d your monitor may not support it, or you\u2019re using the wrong connection type.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 2 : Enable FreeSync On Your Monitor<\/h3>\n
After enabling FreeSync within AMD Software, you must check the settings on your Monitor.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Open your monitor\u2019s On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
\n<\/span>2. Look for Adaptive Sync, FreeSync, or Variable Refresh Rate.
\n<\/span>3. Turn it ON.
\n<\/span>4. Restart your PC afterward.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 3 : Use A Compatible Connection<\/h3>\n
To fix AMD FreeSync issues, follow these steps to establish a compatible connection.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Prefer <\/span>DisplayPort<\/b> over HDMI for best performance.
\n<\/span>2. If using HDMI, ensure it\u2019s <\/span>HDMI 2.0 or higher<\/b>.
\n<\/span>3. Try another cable or port if one isn\u2019t working properly.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nRead Also: Fixed! Nvidia Graphics Driver Not Compatible with Windows Version<\/a><\/p>\nMethod 4 : Update Drivers<\/h3>\n
An important reason why FreeSync does not work could be due to outdated drivers. There are 3 major ways to update drivers. We have explained all the methods in detail below.<\/span><\/p>\na.) Use The OEM Resources<\/h4>\n
All hardware manufacturers maintain apps and websites to provide resources to their users. There are two ways to get updated drivers from AMD.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Open <\/span>AMD Software \u2192 Settings \u2192 System \u2192 Check for Updates.<\/b>
\n<\/b>2. Or download the latest drivers from<\/span> AMD\u2019s official site<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"AMD\u2019s](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/10\/AMDs-official-site.webp\")
<\/p>\n
b.) Use The Device Manager<\/h4>\n
The Device Manager is a built-in tool that helps Windows users to scan and download the latest drivers. Here are the steps to use this tool.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Press Win + X to open the Power Menu.
\n<\/span>2. Choose Device Manager.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Device](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Device-Manager-1-2.webp\")
\n3. Click on the Display Adapters driver category to view the graphics driver.
\n4. Right-click on the AMD Graphics Card and choose Update Drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"found-graphics-driver-under-display-adapters\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/06\/found-graphics-driver-under-display-adapters.webp\")
\n5. Click the \u201cSearch Automatically for drivers\u201d option and adhere to the onscreen instructions.<\/span><\/p>\nThe update will be automatically downloaded and installed if it is added to the Microsoft database.<\/span><\/p>\nc.) Use Advanced Driver Updater<\/h4>\n
The Advanced Driver Updater is a driver updater software that helps users identify driver issues like outdated, missing, corrupted, and incompatible drivers. With a few mouse clicks, it can download and identify the latest drivers on your PC.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Download and install Advanced Driver Updater using the link below.
\n<\/span><\/p>\n![\"download\"](\"https:\/\/bg.systweak.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/plugins\/download-button-shortcode-new\/images\/window_btn.png\")
<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n2. Launch the app and click the Start Scan Now button.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"start-scan-using-advanced-driver-updater-1\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/02\/start-scan-using-advanced-driver-updater-1.webp\")
\n3. Wait for some time to get the list of outdated drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Advanced-Driver-Updater_scanning\"](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Advanced-Driver-Updater_scanning.webp\")
\n4. Locate the headset driver and click the Update button next to it.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"update](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/09\/update-all-2.webp\")
\n5. Once the driver update process is complete, reboot your PC.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 5 : Disable Conflicting Features<\/h3>\n
If you get the \u201cAMD FreeSync is not supported\u201d error message, then this could be due to conflicting features. Here are a few steps you need to follow to disable the features.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Turn V-Sync<\/a> off in games or Radeon settings (unless recommended by AMD).<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Nvidia](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Nvidia-Control-Panel.webp\")
\n2. Disable Enhanced Sync under AMD Radeon Settings \u2192 Graphics \u2192 Advanced \u2192 Enhanced Sync.
\n<\/span>3. In Windows, disable Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).
\n<\/span>4. Go to Settings \u2192 System \u2192 Display \u2192 Graphics \u2192 Default Graphics Settings \u2192 Variable refresh rate \u2192 Turn off.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nRead Also : How to Fix AMD Ryzen Master Driver Not Installed Properly<\/a><\/p>\nMethod 6 : Check Game Settings<\/h3>\n
To fix the AMD FreeSync not working issues, you must check if the game settings are in order. Here is how to do that.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Make sure <\/span>Fullscreen mode<\/b> is enabled (FreeSync often doesn\u2019t work in Windowed or Borderless modes).
\n<\/span>2. Check that the <\/span>in-game refresh rate<\/b> matches your monitor\u2019s refresh rate.
\n<\/span>3. Turn off <\/span>Frame Capping<\/b> or <\/span>V-Sync<\/b> if it conflicts with FreeSync.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 7 : Reset or Reinstall AMD Software<\/h3>\n
Some experts have advised reinstalling the AMD software to get rid of this problem once and for all. Here are the steps.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Uninstall <\/span>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/b>.
\n<\/span>2. Use <\/span>AMD Cleanup Utility<\/b> to remove leftovers.
\n<\/span>3. Reinstall the latest version from AMD\u2019s site.
\n<\/span>4. Reboot and enable FreeSync again.<\/span><\/p>\nRead Also : How To Fix AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition Warning?<\/a><\/p>\nMethod 8 : Test FreeSync<\/h3>\n
We have another method to fix FreeSync issues, and that is to test the FreeSync feature itself. Here is how to do that.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Open <\/span>AMD Radeon Software \u2192 Display \u2192 AMD FreeSync \u2192 \u201cOn\u201d<\/b>.
\n<\/span>2. Use the <\/span>AMD FreeSync Demo Tool<\/b> (from AMD\u2019s site).
\n<\/span>3. Play a game with dynamic frame rates and see if screen tearing disappears.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 9 : Disable Fullscreen optimizations<\/h3>\n
Experts believe that Fullscreen Optimizations may hinder certain features, and hence, they recommend that you turn off the Fullscreen Optimizations. Here are the steps.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Make a right click on the game\/program shortcut and choose properties.
\n<\/span>2. Click on the Compability tab and check the box before Disable full screen optimizations.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"Run](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Run-in-Compatibility-Mode.webp\")
\n3. Click on Apply and then click on Ok.
\n<\/span>4. Reboot the PC and check.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 10 : Check For Windows Updates<\/h3>\n
Moving on, some experts suggest that you should update your Windows<\/a> and check. Windows updates consist of security patches, bug fixes, driver updates, etc. Here are the steps to update Windows.<\/span><\/p>\n
11 Methods to Fix AMD FreeSync Not Working on Windows<\/strong><\/h2>\nMethod 1 : Enable FreeSync in AMD Software<\/h3>\n
The first step we must undertake to resolve AMD FreeSync is to enable the option in AMD software by carrying out these steps.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Right-click your desktop \u2192 <\/span>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/b>.
\n<\/span>2. Go to the <\/span>Display<\/b> tab.
\n<\/span>3. Turn <\/span>AMD FreeSync<\/b> \u2192 <\/span>On<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n4. If it says \u201cNot Supported,\u201d your monitor may not support it, or you\u2019re using the wrong connection type.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 2 : Enable FreeSync On Your Monitor<\/h3>\n
After enabling FreeSync within AMD Software, you must check the settings on your Monitor.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Open your monitor\u2019s On-Screen Display (OSD) menu.
\n<\/span>2. Look for Adaptive Sync, FreeSync, or Variable Refresh Rate.
\n<\/span>3. Turn it ON.
\n<\/span>4. Restart your PC afterward.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 3 : Use A Compatible Connection<\/h3>\n
To fix AMD FreeSync issues, follow these steps to establish a compatible connection.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Prefer <\/span>DisplayPort<\/b> over HDMI for best performance.
\n<\/span>2. If using HDMI, ensure it\u2019s <\/span>HDMI 2.0 or higher<\/b>.
\n<\/span>3. Try another cable or port if one isn\u2019t working properly.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nRead Also: Fixed! Nvidia Graphics Driver Not Compatible with Windows Version<\/a><\/p>\nMethod 4 : Update Drivers<\/h3>\n
An important reason why FreeSync does not work could be due to outdated drivers. There are 3 major ways to update drivers. We have explained all the methods in detail below.<\/span><\/p>\na.) Use The OEM Resources<\/h4>\n
All hardware manufacturers maintain apps and websites to provide resources to their users. There are two ways to get updated drivers from AMD.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Open <\/span>AMD Software \u2192 Settings \u2192 System \u2192 Check for Updates.<\/b>
\n<\/b>2. Or download the latest drivers from<\/span> AMD\u2019s official site<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\n
b.) Use The Device Manager<\/h4>\n
The Device Manager is a built-in tool that helps Windows users to scan and download the latest drivers. Here are the steps to use this tool.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Press Win + X to open the Power Menu.
\n<\/span>2. Choose Device Manager.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n3. Click on the Display Adapters driver category to view the graphics driver.
\n4. Right-click on the AMD Graphics Card and choose Update Drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n5. Click the \u201cSearch Automatically for drivers\u201d option and adhere to the onscreen instructions.<\/span><\/p>\nThe update will be automatically downloaded and installed if it is added to the Microsoft database.<\/span><\/p>\nc.) Use Advanced Driver Updater<\/h4>\n
The Advanced Driver Updater is a driver updater software that helps users identify driver issues like outdated, missing, corrupted, and incompatible drivers. With a few mouse clicks, it can download and identify the latest drivers on your PC.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Download and install Advanced Driver Updater using the link below.
\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n2. Launch the app and click the Start Scan Now button.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n3. Wait for some time to get the list of outdated drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n4. Locate the headset driver and click the Update button next to it.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n5. Once the driver update process is complete, reboot your PC.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 5 : Disable Conflicting Features<\/h3>\n
If you get the \u201cAMD FreeSync is not supported\u201d error message, then this could be due to conflicting features. Here are a few steps you need to follow to disable the features.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Turn V-Sync<\/a> off in games or Radeon settings (unless recommended by AMD).<\/span><\/p>\n
\n2. Disable Enhanced Sync under AMD Radeon Settings \u2192 Graphics \u2192 Advanced \u2192 Enhanced Sync.
\n<\/span>3. In Windows, disable Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).
\n<\/span>4. Go to Settings \u2192 System \u2192 Display \u2192 Graphics \u2192 Default Graphics Settings \u2192 Variable refresh rate \u2192 Turn off.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nRead Also : How to Fix AMD Ryzen Master Driver Not Installed Properly<\/a><\/p>\nMethod 6 : Check Game Settings<\/h3>\n
To fix the AMD FreeSync not working issues, you must check if the game settings are in order. Here is how to do that.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Make sure <\/span>Fullscreen mode<\/b> is enabled (FreeSync often doesn\u2019t work in Windowed or Borderless modes).
\n<\/span>2. Check that the <\/span>in-game refresh rate<\/b> matches your monitor\u2019s refresh rate.
\n<\/span>3. Turn off <\/span>Frame Capping<\/b> or <\/span>V-Sync<\/b> if it conflicts with FreeSync.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 7 : Reset or Reinstall AMD Software<\/h3>\n
Some experts have advised reinstalling the AMD software to get rid of this problem once and for all. Here are the steps.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Uninstall <\/span>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/b>.
\n<\/span>2. Use <\/span>AMD Cleanup Utility<\/b> to remove leftovers.
\n<\/span>3. Reinstall the latest version from AMD\u2019s site.
\n<\/span>4. Reboot and enable FreeSync again.<\/span><\/p>\nRead Also : How To Fix AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition Warning?<\/a><\/p>\nMethod 8 : Test FreeSync<\/h3>\n
We have another method to fix FreeSync issues, and that is to test the FreeSync feature itself. Here is how to do that.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Open <\/span>AMD Radeon Software \u2192 Display \u2192 AMD FreeSync \u2192 \u201cOn\u201d<\/b>.
\n<\/span>2. Use the <\/span>AMD FreeSync Demo Tool<\/b> (from AMD\u2019s site).
\n<\/span>3. Play a game with dynamic frame rates and see if screen tearing disappears.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 9 : Disable Fullscreen optimizations<\/h3>\n
Experts believe that Fullscreen Optimizations may hinder certain features, and hence, they recommend that you turn off the Fullscreen Optimizations. Here are the steps.<\/span><\/p>\n1. Make a right click on the game\/program shortcut and choose properties.
\n<\/span>2. Click on the Compability tab and check the box before Disable full screen optimizations.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n3. Click on Apply and then click on Ok.
\n<\/span>4. Reboot the PC and check.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 10 : Check For Windows Updates<\/h3>\n
Moving on, some experts suggest that you should update your Windows<\/a> and check. Windows updates consist of security patches, bug fixes, driver updates, etc. Here are the steps to update Windows.<\/span><\/p>\n
1. Right-click your desktop \u2192 <\/span>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/b>. After enabling FreeSync within AMD Software, you must check the settings on your Monitor.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Open your monitor\u2019s On-Screen Display (OSD) menu. To fix AMD FreeSync issues, follow these steps to establish a compatible connection.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Prefer <\/span>DisplayPort<\/b> over HDMI for best performance. Read Also: Fixed! Nvidia Graphics Driver Not Compatible with Windows Version<\/a><\/p>\n An important reason why FreeSync does not work could be due to outdated drivers. There are 3 major ways to update drivers. We have explained all the methods in detail below.<\/span><\/p>\n All hardware manufacturers maintain apps and websites to provide resources to their users. There are two ways to get updated drivers from AMD.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Open <\/span>AMD Software \u2192 Settings \u2192 System \u2192 Check for Updates.<\/b> The Device Manager is a built-in tool that helps Windows users to scan and download the latest drivers. Here are the steps to use this tool.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Press Win + X to open the Power Menu. The update will be automatically downloaded and installed if it is added to the Microsoft database.<\/span><\/p>\n The Advanced Driver Updater is a driver updater software that helps users identify driver issues like outdated, missing, corrupted, and incompatible drivers. With a few mouse clicks, it can download and identify the latest drivers on your PC.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Download and install Advanced Driver Updater using the link below. 2. Launch the app and click the Start Scan Now button.<\/span><\/p>\n If you get the \u201cAMD FreeSync is not supported\u201d error message, then this could be due to conflicting features. Here are a few steps you need to follow to disable the features.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Turn V-Sync<\/a> off in games or Radeon settings (unless recommended by AMD).<\/span><\/p>\n Read Also : How to Fix AMD Ryzen Master Driver Not Installed Properly<\/a><\/p>\n To fix the AMD FreeSync not working issues, you must check if the game settings are in order. Here is how to do that.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Make sure <\/span>Fullscreen mode<\/b> is enabled (FreeSync often doesn\u2019t work in Windowed or Borderless modes). Some experts have advised reinstalling the AMD software to get rid of this problem once and for all. Here are the steps.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Uninstall <\/span>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/b>. Read Also : How To Fix AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition Warning?<\/a><\/p>\n We have another method to fix FreeSync issues, and that is to test the FreeSync feature itself. Here is how to do that.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Open <\/span>AMD Radeon Software \u2192 Display \u2192 AMD FreeSync \u2192 \u201cOn\u201d<\/b>. Experts believe that Fullscreen Optimizations may hinder certain features, and hence, they recommend that you turn off the Fullscreen Optimizations. Here are the steps.<\/span><\/p>\n 1. Make a right click on the game\/program shortcut and choose properties. Moving on, some experts suggest that you should update your Windows<\/a> and check. Windows updates consist of security patches, bug fixes, driver updates, etc. Here are the steps to update Windows.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/span>2. Go to the <\/span>Display<\/b> tab.
\n<\/span>3. Turn <\/span>AMD FreeSync<\/b> \u2192 <\/span>On<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n4. If it says \u201cNot Supported,\u201d your monitor may not support it, or you\u2019re using the wrong connection type.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 2 : Enable FreeSync On Your Monitor<\/h3>\n
\n<\/span>2. Look for Adaptive Sync, FreeSync, or Variable Refresh Rate.
\n<\/span>3. Turn it ON.
\n<\/span>4. Restart your PC afterward.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 3 : Use A Compatible Connection<\/h3>\n
\n<\/span>2. If using HDMI, ensure it\u2019s <\/span>HDMI 2.0 or higher<\/b>.
\n<\/span>3. Try another cable or port if one isn\u2019t working properly.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 4 : Update Drivers<\/h3>\n
a.) Use The OEM Resources<\/h4>\n
\n<\/b>2. Or download the latest drivers from<\/span> AMD\u2019s official site<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p>\nb.) Use The Device Manager<\/h4>\n
\n<\/span>2. Choose Device Manager.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n3. Click on the Display Adapters driver category to view the graphics driver.
\n4. Right-click on the AMD Graphics Card and choose Update Drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n5. Click the \u201cSearch Automatically for drivers\u201d option and adhere to the onscreen instructions.<\/span><\/p>\nc.) Use Advanced Driver Updater<\/h4>\n
\n<\/span><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n
\n3. Wait for some time to get the list of outdated drivers.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n4. Locate the headset driver and click the Update button next to it.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n5. Once the driver update process is complete, reboot your PC.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 5 : Disable Conflicting Features<\/h3>\n
\n2. Disable Enhanced Sync under AMD Radeon Settings \u2192 Graphics \u2192 Advanced \u2192 Enhanced Sync.
\n<\/span>3. In Windows, disable Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).
\n<\/span>4. Go to Settings \u2192 System \u2192 Display \u2192 Graphics \u2192 Default Graphics Settings \u2192 Variable refresh rate \u2192 Turn off.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 6 : Check Game Settings<\/h3>\n
\n<\/span>2. Check that the <\/span>in-game refresh rate<\/b> matches your monitor\u2019s refresh rate.
\n<\/span>3. Turn off <\/span>Frame Capping<\/b> or <\/span>V-Sync<\/b> if it conflicts with FreeSync.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 7 : Reset or Reinstall AMD Software<\/h3>\n
\n<\/span>2. Use <\/span>AMD Cleanup Utility<\/b> to remove leftovers.
\n<\/span>3. Reinstall the latest version from AMD\u2019s site.
\n<\/span>4. Reboot and enable FreeSync again.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 8 : Test FreeSync<\/h3>\n
\n<\/span>2. Use the <\/span>AMD FreeSync Demo Tool<\/b> (from AMD\u2019s site).
\n<\/span>3. Play a game with dynamic frame rates and see if screen tearing disappears.<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 9 : Disable Fullscreen optimizations<\/h3>\n
\n<\/span>2. Click on the Compability tab and check the box before Disable full screen optimizations.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n3. Click on Apply and then click on Ok.
\n<\/span>4. Reboot the PC and check.<\/span><\/p>\nMethod 10 : Check For Windows Updates<\/h3>\n
![\"Check](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Check-For-Updates-1.webp\")
![\"Optional](\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Optional-Updates-Tab.webp\")