Borderlands 4 PC Performance & Optimization Guide
Find the perfect balance between visual fidelity and smooth framerates for Borderlands 4 on PC. Our comprehensive guide covers everything from system requirements to advanced optimizations.
Official System Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Recommended Requirements
In-Game Graphics Settings Explained
| Setting | Performance Impact | Visual Quality Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Texture Quality | Medium VRAM dependent | Higher settings provide sharper, more detailed surfaces. |
| Shadows | Very High | One of the most demanding settings. Lowering this provides a significant FPS boost. |
| Anti-Aliasing | High | Smooths jagged edges. FXAA is cheapest, TAA is a good balance. |
| Volumetric Fog | High | Affects the quality of fog and light shafts. Can be demanding in certain areas. |
| Screen Space Reflections | High | Controls the quality of reflections on surfaces like water and metal. |
| Character Detail | Medium | Affects the complexity of character models. Less impactful in typical gameplay. |
| Ambient Occlusion | High | Adds depth and contact shadows where objects meet. HBAO+ is higher quality but more demanding. |
| Foliage Detail | Medium | Determines the density and draw distance of grass and small plants. |
Best Settings for High FPS
Performance-focused configuration
Target: 60+ FPS on mid-range hardware (GTX 1060/RX 580 level)
Best Settings for Visual Quality
High-end hardware configuration
Target: Experience Kairos in all its glory with RTX 3070+ hardware
Advanced Optimization Tips
SSD Optimization
Installing Borderlands 4 on an SSD dramatically reduces loading times and eliminates texture streaming issues.
- Faster level transitions
- Reduced texture pop-in
- Smoother open-world exploration
RAM Considerations
16GB RAM is highly recommended for stable performance, especially with high texture settings.
- 12GB minimum for stable play
- 16GB for high texture quality
- 32GB for content creation/streaming
CPU Optimization
Borderlands 4 can be CPU-intensive during large firefights with many enemies and effects.
- Close unnecessary background apps
- Set game priority to "High" in Task Manager
- Consider CPU overclocking if stable
Monitor Your Performance
Use built-in or third-party tools to monitor performance and identify bottlenecks.
- MSI Afterburner for detailed metrics
- Steam FPS counter for basic monitoring
- Watch for CPU/GPU usage patterns
NVIDIA Graphics Card?
Get even better performance with our dedicated NVIDIA optimization guide covering DLSS, Reflex, and driver settings.
NVIDIA Optimization Guide →