How to Check HDR Display Support in Windows 11
HDR display support in Windows 11 lets you check if your monitor and graphics card can show brighter highlights and deeper shadows for games and videos. High Dynamic Range (HDR) creates a much wider range of colors and light levels than standard displays.
Windows 11 includes a built-in display menu that shows your monitor’s exact certification status in seconds. You need a display rated for HDR10 and a graphics card with WDDM 2.4 support to run HDR content properly on your PC.
Go to Settings , click Display, then select HDR. Check the “Display capabilities” section to see if your monitor supports HDR. If it says “Supported,” you can enable it for richer colors.
Why check HDR support?
HDR, which stands for High Dynamic Range, makes your screen look much better by showing brighter brights and darker darks.
HDR Hardware Requirements Checklist
- GPU: Must support PlayReady 3.0 and have a modern graphics driver.
- Cable: Use HDMI 2.0 or higher, or DisplayPort 1.4.
- Monitor: Look for VESA DisplayHDR certification or Dolby Vision support.
| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.0 or higher |
| DisplayPort | 1.4 or higher |
| DirectX | Version 12 or higher |
How to check your HDR support
Windows 11 lets you check HDR support directly through the Settings app without installing extra programs. Open Settings by pressing Win+I, go to Display, click HDR, and look at your display capabilities to see if your monitor and graphics card are ready for high dynamic range content.
- Open the Settings app by pressing Win+I.
windows 11 start menu settings updated - Click on the Display tile on the right side.
windows 11 display tile - Look for the Brightness & color section and click HDR.
windows 11 use hdr tile - Select your monitor from the dropdown menu.
- Check the Display capabilities section to see if HDR is Supported.
Troubleshooting: Why is the HDR toggle missing?
If you can’t find the HDR toggle in your Windows 11 settings, it often means your graphics driver needs an update, or another setting like Night light is turned on.
How to calibrate your display
The Windows HDR Calibration app, available from the Microsoft Store, helps you fix washed-out HDR visuals by adjusting your specific monitor's brightness and color saturation. Downloading and running this official tool ensures your display's colors appear accurate, especially if they seem off.
How to enable Auto HDR for games
Auto HDR automatically upgrades the color and lighting of older games to High Dynamic Range (HDR) quality. To use Auto HDR, open the HDR settings menu in Windows 11 and toggle the Auto HDR switch to On. This feature works best with games built on DirectX 11 or DirectX 12.
Summary
Checking if your screen supports HDR in Windows 11 is simple and helps you enjoy better video quality.
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