Vertical sync adds significant input lag by forcing the GPU to wait for the monitor’s refresh cycle.
Lowering audio quality and disabling "Record Replays" can free up CPU resources, further minimizing stutter and delay. Hardware and Peripherals
Switching to the "Performance - Lower Graphical Fidelity" rendering mode is the single most impactful change for most players.
High refresh rate monitors (144Hz, 240Hz, or 360Hz) are critical for reducing the time between an action and its visual feedback on screen.
The most immediate way to reduce delay is by adjusting internal settings that prioritize performance over visual fidelity:
For PC players, Windows and GPU settings play a major role in responsiveness:
Optimization of your physical equipment ensures that your inputs are registered as quickly as possible:
Set your mouse and keyboard to a 1,000 Hz polling rate to ensure the computer checks for input every millisecond.
