Borderlands 4 Best PC Settings & Optimization Guide: Max FPS, Smooth Gameplay & Crystal-Clear Visibility

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Hey Vault Hunters! Ready to dive into the chaotic, cel-shaded mayhem of Borderlands 4 but noticing stutters or low FPS? Whether you’re on a cutting-edge RTX 4090 or a trusty mid-tier card, fine-tuning your system is the fastest way to boost FPS, fix stuttering, and sharpen visuals.
This step-by-step guide—built on expert tweaks from performance pros—covers:

  • Windows 11 settings that free system resources

  • Nvidia & AMD driver tweaks for maximum frames

  • In-game graphics settings that balance eye-candy with speed

Let’s get your game running flawlessly.

1️⃣ Windows 11 Settings for Borderlands 4 (The Foundation)

Before launching the game, lock in these OS tweaks:

SettingActionWhy It Matters
Game BarOff (unless using AMD Ryzen 7950X3D/7900X3D core optimizations)Prevents FPS loss
CapturesDisable background recordingSaves CPU/GPU cycles
Game ModeOnModern Game Mode prioritizes game resources
Power PlanBalancedSurprisingly delivers steadier CPU boost clocks

Pro Tips:

  • Enable XMP/EXPO in BIOS for full-speed RAM

  • Update chipset drivers & BIOS

  • Keep Windows Update current

Borderlands 4 Best PC Settings & Optimization Guide

2️⃣ Best GPU Settings for Borderlands 4

Nvidia Control Panel / GeForce Experience

OptionRecommended SettingBenefit
DLSS OverrideLatest versionForces DLSS 4 for top image quality
Low Latency ModeOnCuts input lag
Max Frame RateCap 2-3 FPS below monitor refreshSmooth G-Sync range
Shader Cache Size10 GB+Reduces stutter/load times
Digital Vibrance55 %Makes cel-shaded colors pop
Power ManagementPrefer Maximum Performance+5–7 % FPS (watch temps)

AMD Adrenalin Software

OptionRecommended SettingBenefit
FreeSyncEnabledTear-free gameplay
Custom Graphics ProfileEnsure dedicated GPUPrevents iGPU usage
Radeon ChillSet min/max close to refresh (e.g., 167 FPS for 170 Hz)Stable frame pacing
Fluid Motion FramesOptional (not for competitive)+30–40 % FPS
Reset Shader CacheWhen stutters occurRebuilds shaders, smoother play

3️⃣ Borderlands 4 In-Game Graphics Settings

Fine-tune these for the best FPS vs. quality balance.

Basic Display

  • Display Mode: Fullscreen

  • Resolution: Monitor native

  • Vertical Sync: Off (use G-Sync/FreeSync)

  • Field of View: 90 (higher FOV lowers FPS)

Advanced Visuals

Setting                    Recommendation                                                        FPS Gain vs. High
UpscalingDLSS (RTX) / XeSS (Intel/AMD) / FSR if neededSmart scaling
Upscaling QualityQuality (Balanced for 1440p/4K)–
Frame GenerationOff (enable only if desperate)–
Nvidia ReflexOnCuts latency

Environment & Post-Process (Major FPS Savers)

Setting                            Best Value        Approx FPS Boost
Volumetric CloudLow~8 %
Directional ShadowsLow~5 %
Shadow QualityMedium~6 %
Vol. Cloud ShadowsDisabled~6 %
Lighting QualityMedium~4 %
ReflectionsLowBig
Post-ProcessLowClearer image
Motion BlurOff / 0.0Better visibility

Textures: Max them out if VRAM allows (8 GB+ → Very High, 6 GB → High, 4 GB → Medium).
Anisotropic Filtering: x16 (nearly free performance).

Hardware-Specific Quick Picks

  • 1080p Mid-Tier (RTX 3060 / RX 6600): FSR Balanced + Medium shadows & foliage

  • 1440p High-Tier (RTX 4070 Ti / RX 7800 XT): DLSS Quality + High textures, Medium shadows

  • 4K Ultra (RTX 4090 / RX 7900 XTX): DLSS Performance + Max textures, Medium lighting

FAQ: Borderlands 4 PC Performance

Q: How do I fix stuttering in Borderlands 4?
A: Update GPU drivers, reset shader cache (Nvidia/AMD), disable Windows background captures, and lower volumetric clouds/shadows.

Q: DLSS 4 or FSR 3.1—Which is better?
A: DLSS 4 generally provides sharper visuals and higher FPS on RTX GPUs. AMD users may prefer XeSS for cleaner edges over FSR.

Q: What’s the single biggest FPS saver?
A: Lowering Volumetric Clouds from High to Low nets ~8 % FPS with minimal visual loss.

Final Loot Drop

Follow these tweaks and you’ll enjoy higher frames, zero stutters, and crisp visuals—perfect for chaotic co-op or solo boss hunts.
Got your own secret setting? Share your rig specs and results in the comments so fellow Vault Hunters can join the optimization party.

Happy looting! 

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