To make Starfield run better and improve its performance, you can try the following effective methods:
Key Performance Improvements
- Disable Full Screen Optimization : Right-click on Starfield.exe, go to Properties, and disable full screen optimization. This has been reported to double FPS on the same settings for some users
- Adjust Graphics Settings : Lower graphics presets, especially shadow quality, crowd density, and lighting settings. Turning off motion blur and reducing particle quality can also help. Use Dynamic Resolution scaling and set render resolution to around 75% for a good balance between visuals and performance
- Use AMD FSR or Wait for DLSS Mod : Enable AMD FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) to upscale from a lower internal resolution, boosting FPS. However, it can cause stuttering for some, so test with it on and off. A DLSS 3 mod (for Nvidia 3000 series and above) is expected soon, which will significantly improve performance
- Limit FPS and Enable VSync : Matching FPS to your monitor’s refresh rate and enabling VSync can stabilize frame rates and reduce input latency
- Update GPU Drivers : Ensure your graphics card drivers are up to date to benefit from the latest optimizations
- Enable Windows Game Mode : This optimizes system resources for gaming and can improve performance
- Set Steam Processes to Background : Using tools like Process Explorer, set Steam-related processes to background priority to reduce CPU and memory usage
Recommended Graphics Settings
For Mid-Range PCs:
- Dynamic Resolution: On
- Render Resolution: 75%
- Graphics Preset: Custom
- Shadow Quality: Medium
- Crowd Density: Low
- Motion Blur: Off
- Upscaling: FSR2
- VSync: On
- Enable VRS: On
For High-End PCs:
- Borderless Full Screen: On
- Render Resolution Scale: 75%
- Graphics Preset: Ultra
- Shadow Quality: Ultra
- Crowd Density: High
- Motion Blur: Off
- Upscaling: FSR2
- VSync: On
These settings help balance visual fidelity and performance, reducing stuttering and frame drops
Additional Tips
- Restart the game if you experience stuttering or lag as a temporary fix
- Lower the resolution if you have a weaker GPU, especially if playing at 4K
- Check your hardware meets Starfield’s minimum or recommended specs
By combining these tweaks—disabling full screen optimization, adjusting graphics settings, using upscaling tech like AMD FSR or upcoming DLSS mods, and optimizing system resources—you can significantly improve Starfield’s performance and enjoy smoother gameplay
