: Always use Fullscreen . "Windowed Fullscreen" can increase input lag and lower average FPS.

: Low is best for performance, though Medium is acceptable if you have 6GB+ of VRAM.

: Disable VSync , Motion Blur , Ray Tracing , Lumen , and Nanite . These are the primary "FPS eaters" in Chapter 7. Competitive Quality Presets

: Cap this to match your monitor's refresh rate (e.g., 144, 240, or 360 FPS) to ensure consistent frame timing.

: Set to On + Boost if using an Nvidia GPU to significantly reduce system latency. Hidden Optimization Tweaks

In April 2026, continues to introduce demanding visual tech like Unreal Engine 5's Lumen and Nanite, which can tank frame rates on anything but top-tier hardware. To maintain a competitive edge, standard performance guides and player reviews emphasize prioritizing frame stability and input delay over visual fidelity. Core Video & Graphics Settings

: Set to Near or Medium . Pros often prefer Near to see through builds at a distance.

: Use Performance Mode (Lower Graphical Fidelity) for the highest possible FPS on most systems. If you have a high-end RTX card, DirectX 12 can offer better CPU efficiency.