How to Turn Off V-Sync in Geometry Dash
To turn off V-Sync in Geometry Dash, go to Settings > Graphics and toggle V-Sync off. If it keeps re-enabling, manage it in your GPU control panel instead.
By Starmade · Updated 2026-06-30
Quick Answer
Go to Settings > Graphics in Geometry Dash and toggle V-Sync off. This is necessary for FPS unlock to work. If V-Sync keeps turning back on, disable it in your GPU control panel (NVIDIA/AMD/Intel) instead.
Step by Step
How to turn off V-Sync:
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Open GD Settings
Launch Geometry Dash and open the Settings menu.
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Go to Graphics
Navigate to the Graphics section.
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Toggle V-Sync off
Find the V-Sync / Vertical Sync option and turn it off.
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Apply changes
The change should take effect immediately. If not, restart the game.
Why Turn Off V-Sync?
V-Sync caps your FPS to your monitor's refresh rate. If you want to use FPS unlock (especially for 240+ FPS), you must turn V-Sync off in GD. However, turning it off may cause screen tearing. The solution is to manage V-Sync in your GPU control panel instead — this lets you prevent tearing without GD's V-Sync capping your FPS.
GPU Control Panel Method
If GD's V-Sync keeps re-enabling or you want to prevent tearing:
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NVIDIA
NVIDIA Control Panel > Manage 3D Settings > Program Settings > Geometry Dash. Set 'Vertical sync' to 'Off', 'Fast', or 'Adaptive'.
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AMD
Radeon Settings > Graphics > Wait for Vertical Refresh > set to 'Always Off' or 'Enhanced Sync'.
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Intel
Intel Graphics Command Center > Display > set V-Sync preference for Geometry Dash.
FAQ
How do I turn off V-Sync in Geometry Dash?
Go to Settings > Graphics and toggle V-Sync off. If it keeps re-enabling, manage it in your GPU control panel instead.
Should V-Sync be on or off in Geometry Dash?
Turn it off in GD if you want FPS unlock. V-Sync will cap your FPS to your monitor's refresh rate. To prevent screen tearing without capping FPS, use your GPU control panel's V-Sync instead.
Why does V-Sync cap my FPS?
V-Sync synchronizes your game's frame rate with your monitor's refresh rate to prevent screen tearing. This means your FPS cannot exceed your monitor's Hz rating.