Navigate to %localappdata%\FiveM\FiveM.app\ . Create a file called CitizenFX.ini if it doesn't exist. Paste this optimized code:
Do not use the default "Ultra" or "Low." Use these exact values:
One of the biggest FPS killers in Los Santos is the rendering of high-poly vegetation.
Go to Windows Settings > Gaming > Game Mode and switch it ON.
Smooths out night-time lighting to prevent "stutter lag." Steps to Install a FiveM Smooth FPS Boost Pack
Tweaks the internal rendering engine to prioritize frame pacing over microscopic details.
The community strongly recommends starting with a complete cache clear for the best results, and always keep a backup of your important game data.
Use a document in the release post, but attached as a PDF for official documentation.
An optimized Citizen folder is highly effective, but you can squeeze out even more performance with a few extra steps:
It reduces the distance at which high-detail models load, preventing aggressive CPU spikes while driving fast. Step-by-Step Installation Guide
: Replaces high-definition textures for roads, buildings, and vegetation with "ultra-low" or "potato" versions to free up VRAM. Shadow Removal/Simplification
If your console shows errors about streaming_MemoryBudget , reduce the value by half. The pack assumes high VRAM; laptops may need 1024 .
contains the core game data and shaders. An optimized pack replaces these default files with "lightweight" versions that: Reduce Texture Load: Lowers the strain on your VRAM. Optimize Shaders:
If you want to squeeze every last drop of performance out of your game, these advanced tweaks can be combined with your FPS pack for incredible results.
By default, FiveM reads standard data from your base GTA V directory. Replacing or modifying files inside the citizen directory allows you to strip away performance-heavy elements that do not impact competitive gameplay. An optimized Citizen folder typically includes:
The stream.ini file dictates how the game handles resource streaming (loading assets into memory).