Optimax - Performance (Stutter FPS Latency Fix)
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #27 of 44 Utilities mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Disclaimer: This mod was formerly known as "Magic FPS"
Everything I make is free & always will be, but purchasing hardware, tools
& games for testing means I lose money to deliver my content. Please
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Installation
1. Put the files inside "Starfield Directory" in Starfield's main game directory
2. Put the files inside "Documents" in your documents folder, the same folder where StarfieldPrefs.ini is
Starfield Directory Location
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Starfield
C:\XboxGames\Starfield
/home/deck/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/common/Starfield
Documents Location
%USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Starfield
%USERPROFILE%\OneDrive\Documents\My Games\Starfield
/home/deck/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/1716740/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/Documents/My Games/Starfield
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Optimized Settings
Optimized Balanced Settings
Shadows: High
Indirect Lighting: Ultra
Reflections: High
Particles Quality: Medium
Volumetric Lighting: Low
Crowd Density: High
Motion Blur: Medium or Off (Subjective)
GTAO Quality: High
Grass Quality: Ultra
Contact Shadows: Low
VRS: On (if available)
Film Grain & Depth of Field: Off (Subjective)
Optimized Low Settings
Optimized Balanced Settings As Base
Shadows: Medium
Reflections: Medium
GTAO Quality: Medium
These settings were made for the "Quality" version of the mod & the image comparisons were made to put my Optimized Settings + Mod against other popular Optimized Settings presets made by YouTubers such as Hardware Unboxed & Digital Foundry
Optimized Settings Comparison
Optimized Settings Comparison
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Disk Cache Enabler (HDD & SDCard Perf Enhancement)
Weapon Swap Stuttering Fix
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Optimax is a utility mod for Starfield that automatically adjusts graphics settings to maximize FPS without visible quality loss, raising non-performance-impacting settings. With 402 endorsements and 21,070 downloads, it's a popular choice for players seeking free performance gains. Last updated June 2024.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-tested with 402 endorsements and over 21k downloads
- Aims for zero visual compromise while boosting FPS
- Simple utility approach—no complex modding required
⚠️ Cons
- May conflict with other graphics mods that alter the same settings
- Performance gains vary by hardware and game version
- Not a one-click fix; requires manual installation and testing
For Starfield players who want better performance without sacrificing visuals. Ideal for those on mid-range PCs or who prefer a balanced experience. Skip if you're already happy with your FPS or use heavy ENB-style mods.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Back up your original INI files before applying Optimax so you can revert if needed.
- Test in a busy area like New Atlantis to see the FPS difference.
- Combine with a mod manager like Vortex for easy uninstallation.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Starfield Mods
- Author
- Hybred
- Version
- 1.8
- Downloads
- 21,070
- Endorsements
- 402
- Category
- Utilities
- Created
- 9/22/2023
- Updated
- 6/17/2024
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