Fix Your Tarkov FPS — You’re Using the WRONG Settings (2026)
A lot of people are using the wrong settings in Escape from Tarkov, and it’s costing them FPS and smooth gameplay. This game isn't as simple as some others for setting things up right.
Tarkov is extremely CPU-heavy, so lowering everything isn’t always the best idea. In this video, I show you how to actually optimize your settings based on your PC to get better performance and smoother gameplay.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro – Why Tarkov Feels Bad at High FPS
0:34 System & BIOS Optimizations (XMP, Drivers, ReBAR)
1:43 Giveaway + Channel Update
2:02 DLSS vs FSR vs Frame Generation Explained
3:30 Best Tarkov Settings for Every PC (Low to High-End)
4:53 Advanced Settings & Stutter Fixes
5:48 Final Thoughts + Outro
Before we even touch in-game settings, I go over important system optimizations like:
BIOS updates
GPU & chipset drivers
Enabling XMP / EXPO
Simple tweaks that can instantly boost FPS
Then I break down the best Tarkov settings for every type of PC:
Low-end PCs
Mid-range builds
High-end / X3D systems
I also explain when to use:
DLSS vs FSR
Smooth Motion / Frame Generation
Why stacking certain settings can actually hurt performance
If your game feels stuttery, inconsistent, or worse than it should, this will help you fix your Tarkov FPS.