How to Get 144Hz in EA FC 26 on RX 9070 XT

Quick Answer

The RX 9070 XT can easily hit and sustain 144Hz in EA FC 26 at 1080p and 1440p. Set in-game FPS cap to 144, enable FreeSync or Adaptive Sync on your monitor, and use High graphics settings at 1440p or Ultra at 1080p for smooth, tear-free 144Hz gameplay.

EA FC 26 is one of the most popular competitive titles in South Africa, and getting a locked 144Hz experience transforms how the game feels - smoother player animations, more responsive controls, and a genuine edge in online matches. The RX 9070 XT is a high-performance GPU capable of well above 144Hz in this title, so the goal is making sure the rest of your setup is configured to fully deliver those frames.

GPU and Driver Settings for 144Hz

Start in AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition. Confirm that AMD FreeSync Premium or Adaptive Sync is enabled in the Display section if your monitor supports variable refresh rate. Set the display refresh rate to 144Hz (or 165Hz/240Hz if your monitor supports it) in Windows Display Settings - right-click desktop, Display Settings, Advanced Display, then select your monitor's maximum refresh rate. In Radeon Anti-Lag, enable it for EA FC 26 to reduce input latency at high frame rates. The RX 9070 XT typically delivers 180 to 250+ FPS in EA FC 26 at 1440p Ultra settings, meaning a 144Hz cap is comfortably achievable with headroom to spare.

In-Game Settings for Locked 144 FPS

In EA FC 26's video settings, set the frame rate cap to 144 FPS rather than leaving it uncapped. An uncapped frame rate in a game running at 200+ FPS without VSync causes screen tearing; uncapped with VSync enabled introduces input lag. The ideal setup for 144Hz gaming is: Frame Rate Limit set to 144 (or to your monitor's max refresh rate), VSync off in-game, FreeSync/Adaptive Sync enabled at the driver level. For resolution, at 1440p with Ultra settings the RX 9070 XT maintains well above 144 FPS, making it the recommended target for South African gamers with 1440p 144Hz monitors. At 1080p, any settings combination on this GPU will clear 144Hz with ease.

Monitor Compatibility and FreeSync Setup

For 144Hz to work smoothly, your monitor must support 144Hz and ideally variable refresh rate (FreeSync Premium for the best experience with AMD). Most gaming monitors sold in SA in the R3,500 to R8,000 range include FreeSync Premium. Connect the RX 9070 XT via DisplayPort (not HDMI 1.4) to unlock full 144Hz on a 1440p panel - DisplayPort 1.4 supports 1440p at 165Hz or higher without compression, while HDMI 2.0 caps out at 1440p 144Hz without DSC. Verify your cable is DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 for the cleanest high-refresh signal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the RX 9070 XT hit 144Hz in EA FC 26 at 4K? A: At 4K Ultra settings, the RX 9070 XT averages above 100 FPS in EA FC 26 and can reach 144Hz at High settings or with FSR Quality enabled. 4K 144Hz is achievable with the right settings balance.

Q: Should I use FreeSync or a fixed 144Hz cap in EA FC 26? A: Both together is best. Set the in-game cap to 144 FPS and enable FreeSync in AMD Software. FreeSync keeps the display in sync with actual rendered frames, eliminating tearing even when the frame rate dips slightly below the cap.

Q: Does enabling AMD Anti-Lag affect visual quality in EA FC 26? A: No. Anti-Lag reduces input latency by adjusting the CPU-GPU work queue timing without changing visual output or frame rendering quality. It is safe and recommended for competitive play.