Best settings

Elden Ring Best Settings for FPS (2026)

Practical presets to improve performance without destroying image quality.

Check your PCRead reviewRequirementsSteam Deck

Recommended tweaks

  • 1080p Medium + disabled effects for stability
  • Use SSD — open world streaming depends on it
  • VSync off + frame limit to reduce stutter
  • Lower shadows first if FPS dips in Leyndell
Target GPU (rec)RTX 3060 / RX 6700
Minimum GPUGTX 1060 3GB / RX 580
RAM16 GB recommended

FAQ — Elden Ring performance

Why does Elden Ring stutter on PC?

Often shader compilation and HDD installs. Use SSD and updated GPU drivers.

Can Steam Deck run Elden Ring well?

Yes — Verified. Expect 30–40 FPS with tuned medium settings.