While the issue can be pretty frustrating, there are a number of ways to solve it.

Before I share them, let me explain what causes VRR flicker.

What Causes VRR Flicker?

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So, how can you make VRR flicker disappear?

On the flip side, disabling VRR means youll have to useV-Syncor deal withscreen tearing.

Locate the AMD FreeSync option.

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Change the option from AMD Optimized or On to Off and exit AMD Software.

In the case ofMarvels Spider-Man, that value was 60fps since I play the game withray-tracing effects.

Next, scroll down until you see a setting called Radeon Chill and turn on the option.

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Click Enable when asked to enable it.

Now, set both the minimum and maximum FPS to the same value.

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Graphics settings tab in the NVIDIA App.

The Gaming tab in AMD Software listing installed games.

Individual game settings listed in AMD software.

AMD FreeSync toggle in AMD software.

Graphics settings listed in the NVIDIA app.

Tweaking maximum frame rate in the NVIDIA app.

Frame rate limiter tool in AMD software.

Graphics options in AMD software including Radeon Chill.

Enabling Radeon Chill in AMD software.

Customizing Radeon Chill options in AMD software.