Best Valorant Settings for FPS and Low Input Delay
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Valorant runs on almost anything, but that doesn’t mean your settings are optimal. Pushing maximum FPS and minimum input delay still matters — higher, more stable frame rates lower latency and make peeks and flicks more consistent. These settings give you the cleanest competitive setup on any PC.
Valorant is light, so the goal here is high, stable FPS and the lowest possible input delay — not eye candy.
Best Valorant video settings
| Setting | Recommended value |
|---|---|
| Display Mode | Fullscreen |
| Aspect Ratio Method | Fill (or Letterbox if you prefer native 16:9) |
| Limit FPS | Off, or cap above your refresh |
| NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency | On + Boost |
| Material Quality | Low |
| Texture Quality | Low |
| Detail Quality | Low |
| UI Quality | Low |
| Vignette | Off |
| VSync | Off |
| Anti-Aliasing | MSAA 2x (or Off on weak GPUs) |
| Anisotropic Filtering | 1x |
| Improve Clarity | Off |
| Experimental Sharpening | Off |
| Bloom | Off |
| Distortion | Off |
| Cast Shadows | Off |
These maximize FPS and reduce visual clutter while keeping enemies easy to read. Anti-Aliasing MSAA 2x is a reasonable balance on capable GPUs; drop it to Off if you’re chasing every frame.
Latency settings that matter most
- NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency: On + Boost — the single biggest input-delay reduction on NVIDIA GPUs.
- VSync: Off — always, for competitive play.
- Limit FPS: Off (or cap well above refresh) so frames stay high.
- Fullscreen display mode for exclusive performance.
High, stable FPS in Valorant directly lowers latency, so keeping frames well above your refresh rate is worth more than any single graphics setting.
Turn off the clutter settings
Disable these to keep the screen clean and reads fast:
- Bloom
- Distortion
- Cast Shadows
- Vignette
- Improve Clarity / Experimental Sharpening
None help you aim, and several add glow or haze that hides enemies in smokes and corners.
Stats and frame pacing
Turn on the in-game stats overlay (FPS, and ideally frame-time graph) so you can confirm stable performance. Smooth frame pacing matters more than a high peak number — consistent frames make recoil and flicks predictable.
Windows and system checks
Even on a light game, the system side helps latency:
- Set Windows to a high-performance power mode.
- Close overlays, browsers, and capture tools you don’t need.
- Use the correct discrete GPU on laptops.
- Keep GPU drivers current.
- Consider disabling VBS for extra CPU headroom.
For the input side, pair this with How to Minimize Input Delay for Competitive Gaming and The Ultimate Guide to Timer Resolution for Gaming + Tier1Timer.
Want wider models?
Many players run stretched resolution in Valorant for wider enemy models and easier tracking. See Valorant Stretched Resolution Guide.
Won’t launch? Fix Vanguard first
If Valorant won’t start at all, that’s almost always a Vanguard/Secure Boot/TPM issue, not a settings one. See How to Fix Valorant VAN Errors and Vanguard Won’t Start.
Related guides
- Valorant Stretched Resolution Guide
- How to Fix Valorant VAN Errors and Vanguard Won’t Start
- How to Minimize Input Delay for Competitive Gaming
- How to Optimize Your Monitor for Gaming
The best Valorant settings push high, stable FPS with Reflex on and the clutter turned off. Keep VSync off, frames well above your refresh, and the screen clean — that’s what makes your aim consistent.
Frequently asked questions
Why do Valorant pros play on low settings?
Valorant is built for clarity: low settings raise FPS, reduce visual noise and keep enemy outlines crisp. Nothing on high settings helps you win a duel.
Should I cap my FPS in Valorant?
Cap slightly below your refresh rate if your frame rate swings, or leave it high and stable if your PC easily exceeds your monitor. Consistent frame times matter more than the peak number.
Is Valorant CPU or GPU bound?
CPU bound on almost any modern system. Valorant's graphics are light, so single-core CPU speed and memory tuning decide your FPS ceiling.
Does Valorant support NVIDIA Reflex?
Yes, and you should enable it. Combined with V-Sync off it keeps input latency minimal even when frames dip.