Best Valorant Settings for FPS and Frame-Time Consistency

What are the best Valorant settings?

For competitive Valorant, the settings that matter most are the ones that reduce per-frame GPU work and remove sources of frame-time variance: a low graphics preset, shadows and post-processing turned down, exclusive fullscreen, and a frame cap set just below your refresh rate. The table below lists the recommended value for each setting on 14 different GPUs, because the right answer for a GTX 1660 is not the right answer for an RTX 4090.

If you only change a few things, change these:

Manage 3D Settings for Valorant — Go to 'Manage 3D settings' > 'Program Settings' tab. Add Valorant (VALORANT-Win64-Shipping.exe). Set 'Low Latency Mode' to 'Ultra', 'Power Management Mode' to 'Prefer maximum performance', and 'Texture filtering - Quality' to 'High performance'.
Disable Fullscreen Optimizations — Locate your Valorant executable (e.g., C:\Riot Games\VALORANT\live\ShooterGame\Binaries\Win64\VALORANT-Win64-Shipping.exe), right-click > Properties > Compatibility, and check 'Disable fullscreen optimizations'.
Enable NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency — Within the NVIDIA Control Panel, ensure 'Low Latency Mode' is set to 'Off' (as Valorant handles Reflex internally). In-game, set NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency to 'On + Boost'.
Download Latest Drivers — Visit the official NVIDIA website, select your GPU, and download the latest 'Game Ready Driver'.
Perform Clean Installation — During installation, select 'Custom' and then check 'Perform a clean installation' to remove old driver files and prevent conflicts.

Recommended Valorant settings by GPU

These are the in-game values recommended for Valorant. Where every card should use the same value the row says so; where the recommendation changes with the GPU, each card is listed separately.

Valorant settings that are the same on every GPU
Setting	Recommended value	Why it matters
Material Quality	Low	Reduces the complexity of surfaces, boosting FPS without impacting competitive visibility.
Detail Quality	Low	Reduces the detail on environmental objects. While not as impactful as Material Quality, setting it to Low still helps improve FPS, especially in busy scenes.
Multithreaded Rendering	On	This setting allows Valorant to utilize multiple CPU cores for rendering, which can improve frame rates and frame time consistency, especially important for high-end GPUs like your GPU.
Vignette	Off	A purely cosmetic effect that darkens the screen edges. Turning it off removes unnecessary post-processing, slightly improving performance.
V-Sync	Off	Eliminates input lag introduced by synchronizing frame rates with your monitor's refresh rate. Only use if you experience severe screen tearing and have a high refresh rate monitor.
VSync	Off	V-Sync synchronizes frame rate with your monitor's refresh rate to prevent screen tearing but introduces input lag. Always turn it off for competitive play.
NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency	On + Boost	Leverages NVIDIA's technology to reduce system latency, improving responsiveness. 'Boost' keeps GPU clocks high during CPU-bound scenarios.
Bloom	Off	A purely aesthetic effect that adds a slight glow. Disabling it reduces minor GPU overhead and can improve visual clarity in some situations.
Shadows	Off	Disabling shadows removes dynamic lighting calculations, improving FPS and sometimes making enemies easier to spot.
Anisotropic Filtering	1x	Minimizes the GPU resources spent on texture clarity at a distance, prioritizing performance.
Distortion	Off	Another visual effect that can add minor GPU load. Turn off for maximum performance and clarity.
Refresh Rate	Max (e.g., 240Hz, 360Hz)	Matches your monitor's maximum refresh rate for the smoothest visual experience.
Vignette, Bloom, Distortion, Shadows	Off	These settings are purely cosmetic, consume GPU resources, and can obscure vision. Turning them off maximizes FPS and clarity.
Limit FPS	Off (or 999)	Uncaps your frame rate, allowing your system to render as many frames as possible for the smoothest experience.
Limit FPS Always	Off (or set to your monitor's refresh rate + a buffer)	Allows the game to render frames as fast as possible. If you experience stutters, cap it slightly above your monitor's refresh rate.
Max FPS	Uncapped or (Monitor Refresh Rate - 3)	Uncapped for higher FPS, or slightly below refresh rate if using FreeSync to stay within the VRR range and prevent tearing.

Settings that depend on your GPU

These are the rows where the recommendation genuinely changes with the card. Find yours in the middle column.

Valorant settings that vary by GPU
Setting	Recommended value by GPU	Why it matters
Texture Quality	Any GPU: Low GTX 1080: Low GTX 1660: Low RX 7600: Low Arc A770: Low RTX 3060: Low RX 6700 XT: Low RTX 3070: Low RTX 4060: Low RTX 3080: Low RTX 4070: Low RX 7800 XT: Medium RTX 4080: Low RX 7900 XTX: Low RTX 4090: Low	Lowers texture resolution, freeing up VRAM and improving FPS. your GPU has ample VRAM, but 'Low' still provides a performance uplift with minimal visual degradation in competitive play.
Anti-Aliasing	Any GPU: None GTX 1080: None GTX 1660: None RX 7600: MSAA 2x or None Arc A770: MSAA 2x (or Off) RTX 3060: None RX 6700 XT: None or MSAA 2x RTX 3070: None RTX 4060: MSAA 2x (or None) RTX 3080: None RTX 4070: None or MSAA 2x RX 7800 XT: None or MSAA 2x RTX 4080: None RX 7900 XTX: None RTX 4090: None	Anti-aliasing smooths jagged edges but is very demanding on the GPU. Disabling it provides a measurable improvement and sharper image, preferred by competitive players.
Display Mode	Any GPU: Fullscreen GTX 1080: Fullscreen GTX 1660: Fullscreen RX 7600: Fullscreen Arc A770: Fullscreen RTX 3060: Fullscreen RX 6700 XT: Fullscreen RTX 3070: Fullscreen RTX 4060: Full Screen RTX 3080: Fullscreen RTX 4070: Fullscreen RX 7800 XT: Fullscreen RTX 4080: Fullscreen RX 7900 XTX: Full Screen RTX 4090: Fullscreen	Ensures the game has exclusive control over the display, reducing input lag and maximizing performance.
UI Quality	Any GPU: Medium GTX 1080: Low GTX 1660: Low Arc A770: Medium RTX 3060: Low RX 6700 XT: Medium RTX 3070: Low RTX 4060: Low RTX 4070: Low RTX 4080: Medium RX 7900 XTX: Low RTX 4090: Low	Reduces the rendering complexity of the user interface, freeing up minor GPU resources.
Resolution	Any GPU: Your Monitor's Native Resolution GTX 1660: Native (e.g., 1920x1080) RX 7600: 1920x1080 (Native) Arc A770: Native (or 1920x1080) RTX 3060: 1920x1080 (Native) RX 6700 XT: Native (e.g., 1990x1080) RTX 3070: 1920x1080 (Native) RTX 4060: Native (e.g., 1920x1080) RTX 3080: Native (e.g., 1920x1080) with highest refresh rate RTX 4070: Native (e.g., 1920x1080) RX 7800 XT: Native (e.g., 1920x1080) RTX 4080: Native (e.g., 1920x1080) RX 7900 XTX: Native (e.g., 1920x1080) RTX 4090: Native (e.g., 1920x1080)	Provides the sharpest image quality without scaling artifacts, crucial for spotting enemies. your GPU easily handles native resolutions at high refresh rates.
Frame Rate Limit	RTX 4080: Uncapped or slightly above monitor refresh rate RTX 4090: Uncapped or Custom (e.g., 400 FPS)	Uncapped FPS provides the absolute lowest input latency. A custom high limit can help with frame time consistency while still being very responsive.

Merged from 42 per-GPU guides covering 15 graphics cards. Where sources disagreed, the most frequently recommended value is shown.

What network settings reduce ping and packet loss?

Ping is mostly decided by physical distance and by your route to the server, neither of which software can rewrite. What you can fix is the part that adds avoidable jitter: the adapter, the queue and anything sharing the line.

Manage 3D Settings for Valoranthigh impact

Go to 'Manage 3D settings' > 'Program Settings' tab. Add Valorant (VALORANT-Win64-Shipping.exe). Set 'Low Latency Mode' to 'Ultra', 'Power Management Mode' to 'Prefer maximum performance', and 'Texture filtering - Quality' to 'High performance'.
Disable Fullscreen Optimizationshigh impact

Locate your Valorant executable (e.g., C:\Riot Games\VALORANT\live\ShooterGame\Binaries\Win64\VALORANT-Win64-Shipping.exe), right-click > Properties > Compatibility, and check 'Disable fullscreen optimizations'.
Enable NVIDIA Reflex Low Latencyhigh impact

Within the NVIDIA Control Panel, ensure 'Low Latency Mode' is set to 'Off' (as Valorant handles Reflex internally). In-game, set NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency to 'On + Boost'.
Disable Full-Screen Optimizationsmedium impact

Locate 'VALORANT-Win64-Shipping.exe' (usually in C:\Riot Games\VALORANT\live\ShooterGame\Binaries\Win64), right-click > Properties > Compatibility, and check 'Disable fullscreen optimizations'.

What driver and control panel settings matter?

Driver-level settings apply underneath the game and override whatever the game asks for. A clean driver install first, then these options, is the order that avoids chasing a problem that was really a leftover profile.

Download Latest Drivershigh impact

Visit the official NVIDIA website, select your GPU, and download the latest 'Game Ready Driver'.
Perform Clean Installationhigh impact

During installation, select 'Custom' and then check 'Perform a clean installation' to remove old driver files and prevent conflicts.
Manage 3D Settings (Global)high impact

Set 'Power management mode' to 'Prefer maximum performance' and 'Texture filtering - Quality' to 'High performance'.
Download Latest Adrenalin Softwarehigh impact

Visit the official AMD website and download the latest recommended Adrenalin Software package for your GPU.
Enable Radeon Anti-Laghigh impact

In Adrenalin, navigate to Gaming > Graphics and enable Radeon Anti-Lag for Valorant to reduce input latency. Be cautious with Radeon Boost as it can introduce visual artifacts.
Perform a Clean Installationhigh impact

During installation, select 'Factory Reset' or use Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) in Safe Mode to remove old drivers completely before installing new ones. This prevents conflicts.
Set Power Management Modehigh impact

Navigate to 'Manage 3D settings', then 'Power management mode' and select 'Prefer maximum performance'. This ensures your GPU always runs at full clock speeds.

How should you set up refresh rate, frame cap and latency mode?

Frame pacing is what makes a game feel smooth, and it is decided by how the frame rate relates to the refresh rate. Getting this pairing right usually matters more than the raw average frame rate.

Disable "Vertical sync"high impact

Ensure 'Vertical sync' is set to 'Off'. V-Sync introduces input lag and is unnecessary if your FPS consistently exceeds your monitor's refresh rate.
Enable Low Latency Modehigh impact

Set 'Low Latency Mode' to 'Ultra' to reduce the render queue, minimizing input lag. This is crucial for a tactical FPS like Valorant.
Program Settings for Valoranthigh impact

Add 'VALORANT.exe' (or select it) and override global settings. Set 'Low Latency Mode' to 'Ultra', 'Max Frame Rate' to your monitor's refresh rate + 3 (e.g., 147 for 144Hz), and 'Preferred refresh rate' to 'Highest available'.
Set "Display Mode" to "Fullscreen"high impact

Fullscreen mode gives Valorant exclusive control over your display, reducing input lag and improving performance over windowed modes.
Configure Low Latency Modehigh impact

Set 'Low Latency Mode' to 'On' or 'Ultra' for the most responsive gameplay. 'Ultra' is recommended for competitive players.
Disable V-Synchigh impact

Ensure 'Vertical sync' is set to 'Off' in both global and program settings for Valorant to minimize input lag. Only enable if you experience severe screen tearing and have G-Sync/FreeSync.
Enable "Low Latency Mode" to "Ultra"high impact

In the same 'Program Settings' for Valorant, set 'Low Latency Mode' to 'Ultra'. This can reduce input lag by submitting frames just-in-time for the GPU to process.

Which Windows settings actually help?

Windows ships with defaults chosen for battery life and broad compatibility rather than for consistent frame times. These are the settings that genuinely change behaviour, and each one is reversible.

Adjust Power Planhigh impact

Search for 'Edit power plan' > 'Power Options' > Select 'High performance' or 'Ultimate Performance' if available. Then click 'Change plan settings' > 'Change advanced power settings' and ensure 'Processor power management' is at 100% for both minimum and maximum processor state.
Set Power Plan to 'High Performance'high impact

Search for 'Edit power plan' in Windows, then click 'Power Options' and select 'High performance' or 'Ultimate Performance' if available. This prevents CPU throttling.
Set Power Plan to 'Ultimate Performance'high impact

Search for 'Edit power plan' > 'Power Options' and select 'Ultimate Performance' (you might need to enable it via Command Prompt: `powercfg -duplicatescheme e9a42b02-d5df-448d-aa00-03f147496701`).
Configure Graphics Settingshigh impact

Under Graphics settings (Settings > System > Display > Graphics), add Valorant (RiotClientServices.exe and VALORANT.exe) and set its preference to 'High performance'.
Power Planhigh impact

Set your Windows Power Plan to "Ultimate Performance" or "High Performance" to prevent CPU throttling.
Disable Background Appsmedium impact

Navigate to Windows Settings > Privacy > Background apps and turn off apps you don't need running in the background.
Enable Game Modemedium impact

Go to Windows Settings > Gaming > Game Mode and ensure it is 'On'. This prioritizes your game's resources.

What about memory, storage and temperatures?

Hardware-side limits show up as stutter rather than as a lower average frame rate, so they are easy to misdiagnose. These checks rule out the common causes before you start changing settings.

Lower Material, Texture, and Detail Qualityhigh impact

Set 'Material Quality', 'Texture Quality', and 'Detail Quality' to 'Low' to reduce GPU load and VRAM usage.
Set Material, Texture, Detail Quality to Lowhigh impact

These settings have a impact on GPU performance and VRAM usage. Lowering them frees up resources for higher frame rates.
Enable Resizable BAR (if not already)medium impact

Ensure Resizable BAR (ReBAR) is enabled in Arc Control and your motherboard's BIOS for potential performance gains in supported titles like Valorant.

Which in-game settings should you change in Valorant?

These are the Valorant video options that decide how much work the GPU is asked to do each frame. Change these before touching anything at the Windows or driver level — they have the clearest effect and they are the easiest to undo.

Enable Multithreaded Renderinghigh impact

This setting allows Valorant to utilize multiple CPU cores, improving performance on modern CPUs. Only disable if experiencing instability.
Material, Texture, Detail Qualityhigh impact

Set all to 'Low'. These settings have a impact on performance and offer minimal competitive advantage at higher values.
Disable Anti-Aliasinghigh impact

Set 'Anti-Aliasing' to 'None' or 'MSAA 2x' if absolutely necessary. Disabling it provides a substantial FPS boost with minimal competitive impact.
Multithreaded Renderinghigh impact

Enable this setting if your CPU has 6 or more cores/12 threads (like Ryzen 5 3600 or newer). This improves CPU utilization and FPS.
Set Global Graphics Settingshigh impact

In Arc Control, navigate to 'Global Settings' and set 'Application Optimization' to 'Performance' and 'Power Efficiency' to 'Performance'.
Anti-Aliasingmedium impact

Set to 'None' or 'MSAA 2x'. MSAA 4x can be taxing. 'None' provides the sharpest image but can show jagged edges.
Anti-Aliasing and Anisotropic Filteringmedium impact

Set 'Anti-Aliasing' to 'MSAA 2x' or 'None' for maximum performance. Set 'Anisotropic Filtering' to '1x'.

What do people get wrong when tuning Valorant?

These are the changes that either do nothing or actively make frame times worse, and they come up repeatedly.

Playing on a wireless network connection, leading to inconsistent ping and packet loss.
Leaving V-Sync enabled, which introduces noticeable input lag and hinders competitive responsiveness.
Not updating GPU drivers regularly, missing out on performance optimizations and bug fixes.
Running numerous background applications that consume CPU, RAM, or network bandwidth.
Setting in-game graphics too high, causing frame rate drops and inconsistent frame times during crucial moments.
Running VSync: This causes input lag, making your actions feel delayed.
Not limiting FPS: Uncapped FPS can lead to inconsistent frame times and unnecessary GPU strain, causing micro-stutters.
Outdated GPU drivers: Missing out on crucial performance optimizations and bug fixes for Valorant.

What else is worth knowing?

Invest in a high refresh rate monitor (144Hz+) and ensure it's configured correctly in Windows and your GPU control panel.
Regularly clean your PC's internals to prevent dust buildup, which can lead to overheating and performance throttling.
Practice in the range to test different settings and ensure your changes truly improve your feel and performance without introducing new issues.
Regularly clean your PC: Dust buildup can lead to overheating and thermal throttling, reducing performance.
Overclock your monitor: If your monitor supports it, a slight overclock (e.g., 144Hz to 165Hz) can provide a smoother experience.
Optimize your mouse DPI and in-game sensitivity: Find a comfortable eDPI (DPI * in-game sensitivity) that allows for precise aim and quick turns.

Can you apply these changes automatically?

Everything on this page can be done by hand, for free, and this guide is written so that you can. What takes the time is not any single change — it is working through Windows settings, driver control panels, power plans and per-game options one at a time, and keeping track of what you altered so you can put it back.

JINSHI Tweaks is a one-time purchase that applies the Windows-side changes in one pass. It creates a System Restore Point first, and every tweak can be reversed individually or all at once. It does not modify game files, read game memory, inject into any game process, or install a driver. It will not do anything to the in-game settings in the table above — those you set yourself.

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Valorant performance: frequently asked questions

Should I use NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency in Valorant?

NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency can reduce system latency. For Valorant, it's generally recommended to set it to 'On + Boost' in the in-game settings. While 'Off' might give slightly higher raw FPS, 'On + Boost' often results in a more responsive feel, which is critical for a tactical FPS.

How much VRAM does Valorant typically use?

With optimized settings (low/medium), Valorant typically uses around 2-4GB of VRAM. your GPU's 8GB of VRAM is more than sufficient, so VRAM capacity is unlikely to be a bottleneck unless you're running at very high settings or resolutions, which is not recommended for competitive play.

Why is 'Multithreaded Rendering' important for Valorant?

Valorant is a CPU-intensive game, especially at high frame rates. 'Multithreaded Rendering' allows the game to distribute rendering tasks across multiple CPU cores, which is vital for maintaining high and stable FPS on modern multi-core processors, complementing your GPU.

Does Valorant support DLSS or FSR?

No, Valorant does not natively support NVIDIA DLSS or AMD FSR. The game is designed to run at very high frame rates on a wide range of hardware, making upscaling technologies less critical for its target performance.

Will these settings make Valorant look bad?

While some settings are lowered for performance, Valorant's art style means it still looks good. The focus is on competitive advantage, ensuring smooth gameplay and high visibility over graphical fidelity. your GPU will still deliver crisp visuals at high frame rates.

What's the best resolution for competitive Valorant?

For competitive play, 1920x1080 (1080p) or 2560x1440 (1440p) are ideal. your GPU can easily push very high FPS at both resolutions, allowing you to maximize refresh rates while maintaining visual clarity. 1080p will yield the highest possible frame rates.

Should I use NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency?

Yes, if your NVIDIA drivers support it, definitely enable NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency (On or Boost) in the NVIDIA Control Panel and in Valorant's settings. It reduces input lag, providing a more responsive gaming experience without a major FPS hit on your GPU.

Should I enable Multithreaded Rendering in Valorant?

Yes, if your CPU has 6 or more cores (which is typical for a system with your GPU), enabling Multithreaded Rendering can improve CPU utilization and overall FPS, especially 1% lows. It's a key setting for modern systems.

Best Valorant settings for FPS and frame-time consistency