[Solved] CS2 Automatically Changing Refresh Rate From 144Hz to 60Hz

Many CS2 players encounter an unexpected drop in refresh rate from 144Hz to 60Hz, impacting gameplay smoothness. Fortunately, there are steps to address this:

Locate Configuration Files

Search for the ‘cs2_video.txt’ file within CS2’s directory. Here, you can manually adjust the refresh rate setting to match your desired 144Hz rate. Change the “setting.refreshrate_numerator” value accordingly.

In-Game Display Options

Within the game settings, navigate to the display options. Check if the game recognizes the 144Hz refresh rate. Sometimes, selecting the refresh rate directly from the game’s settings resolves the issue.

Desktop Display Settings

Verify your desktop’s display settings. Right-click on the desktop, access display settings, and ensure that the correct monitor is selected with the desired 144Hz refresh rate. This can prevent discrepancies between desktop and game settings.

Check Multiple Display Configurations

If using multiple displays, ensure they’re correctly configured. Sometimes, discrepancies between displays or cloning settings can affect CS2’s refresh rate. Disabling or adjusting settings for secondary displays might resolve the issue.

Conclusion

Experiencing CS2’s automatic shift from 144Hz to 60Hz can disrupt gameplay smoothness and responsiveness. However, by tweaking configuration files, adjusting in-game settings, and verifying desktop display options, you can often rectify this issue.