RTX Performance Mode (reflections only)

⭐ ⭐ (188 endorsements) 📥 5,938 downloads 📌 v2.1 📅 12/21/2020
⚪ Last updated 2020

By Wesk · Visuals and Graphics

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 12/22/2020 📅 Created: 12/21/2020
⚠️ Install Order · 6 steps
1🛠️ Cyber Engine Tweaks — Cyber Engine Tweaks (CET) Download ↗
2🛠️ RED4ext — RED4ext (native plugin loader) Download ↗
3🛠️ redscript — redscript (scripting framework) Download ↗
4🧩 ArchiveXL — ArchiveXL (archive loader) Download ↗
5🧩 TweakXL — TweakXL (tweak framework) Download ↗
6🧩 Codeware — Codeware (UI framework) Download ↗

Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.

🔍 Analysis

  • 👍 3.2% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
  • 🏆 #69 of 185 Visuals and Graphics mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

Performance RTX Reflections - Makes cutbacks to RTX reflection quality for a FPS boost of around 5-15% depending on the area.

This mod WILL BREAK RAYTRACED LIGHTING AND SHADOWS - it is only designed to be used with Raytraced reflections. Tested working on 1. 05 and lower.

Simply unzip archive and place PerformanceRT.ini in Cyberpunk 2077\engine\config\platform\pc.

A "StockRT.ini" is also included if you want to return to default settings. This may or may not be required depending if the PerformanceRT.ini settings have remained persistent on your save file.

Videos provided showing a performance run (Fresh game launch each time) at 2560x1440 with Quality DLSS.

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

RTX Performance Mode (reflections only) by Wesk tweaks RTX processing to boost performance when RTX reflections are enabled. Tested on game version 1.05 and lower, this mod targets players who want smoother gameplay with ray-traced reflections. With 188 endorsements and 5,938 downloads, it's a niche but appreciated performance aid.

✨ Key Features

Modifies RTX processing to improve performance with RTX reflections enabled
Tested working on game version 1.05 and lower
Focuses specifically on reflections, not other RTX effects

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Solid community trust with 188 endorsements and nearly 6k downloads
  • Directly addresses a common performance pain point for RTX users
  • Simple, focused tweak—no bloat, just reflections optimization

⚠️ Cons

  • Last updated in December 2020—may not work with newer game versions
  • Only tested up to 1.05, so compatibility with later patches is unverified
🎯 Is This For You?
For Cyberpunk 2077 players on 1.05 or earlier who want to keep RTX reflections without tanking frame rates. If you're on a newer patch, skip it—compatibility is a gamble.
📦 Install:Easy· Under 5 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Check your game version before installing—this mod is only tested on 1.05 and lower.
  • If you're on a newer version, consider waiting for an update or testing at your own risk.
  • Since it's a performance mod, monitor your FPS before and after to see the real impact.

📊 Mod Details

Game
Cyberpunk 2077 Mods
Author
Wesk
Version
2.1
Downloads
5,938
Endorsements
188
Category
Visuals and Graphics
Created
12/21/2020
Updated
12/22/2020

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