In this tutorial, we'll show you the best settings to run League of Legends (LoL) Season 12 on both high-end and low-end PCs. Whether you have a powerhouse rig or a more modest setup, these optimizations will help ensure smooth gameplay with minimal lag, improved performance, and a better overall experience.
We'll go through three main areas of optimization: Windows settings, the LoL launcher, and in-game settings.
1. Windows Optimization
Before jumping into the game settings, it's important to make sure that your PC's operating system is optimized for gaming. This can improve the overall performance of League of Legends by freeing up resources that would otherwise be used by background processes.
Game Mode - On
Make sure that Game Mode is enabled in Windows. Game Mode prioritizes gaming performance by optimizing system resources for the game and disabling unnecessary background tasks.
- How to enable:
Go to Settings > Gaming > Game Mode and turn it On.
Xbox Game Bar - Off
The Xbox Game Bar, while useful for certain features like screen recording, can consume system resources and cause unnecessary lag in games.
- How to disable:
Go to Settings > Gaming > Xbox Game Bar and turn it Off.
Capture Settings:
- Background Recording - Off
- Recorded Audio - Off
This prevents your PC from using resources to record background footage while you play, which can cause a performance hit.
Hardware Accelerated GPU Scheduling - On
This feature allows your GPU to manage its own memory more efficiently and may improve performance.
- How to enable:
Go to Settings > System > Display > Graphics Settings, and toggle Hardware-Accelerated GPU Scheduling to On.
Graphics Driver Updates
Ensure you have the latest graphics drivers installed. Outdated drivers can cause performance issues or graphical glitches, so make sure your GPU drivers are up to date. You can check for updates on your GPU manufacturer’s website (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel).
Power Plan - Balance or High Performance
For optimal performance, make sure that your PC is running on the Balance or High Performance power plan.
- How to set:
Go to Control Panel > Power Options and select Balanced or High Performance.
2. League of Legends Launcher Optimization
The League of Legends Launcher can also be fine-tuned to reduce resource usage and improve performance.
1. Enable Low Spec Mode
If you're using a lower-end PC, turning on Low Spec Mode in the launcher can significantly reduce the game's system demands.
- How to enable:
Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner of the launcher, then check Enable Low Spec Mode under the General tab.
2. Initiate Full Repair (if needed)
If you’re facing performance issues or crashes, the Full Repair option can help fix any corrupted game files that may be causing problems.
- How to use:
In the launcher, click on the gear icon, go to the General tab, and select Initiate Full Repair.
3. Disable Esports Notifications
Esports notifications can distract you and may use up unnecessary resources. Disabling them can slightly improve the performance of your system.
- How to disable:
Go to Settings > Notifications and uncheck Enable Esports Notifications.
4. Disable HUD Animations
Disabling HUD animations reduces the graphical load on your system, which can make your game run smoother, especially on lower-end PCs.
- How to disable:
Go to Settings > Interface and uncheck Enable HUD Animations.
5. Prefer DX9 Legacy Mode
Switching to DX9 Legacy Mode can help improve performance on older PCs or systems with less powerful GPUs.
- How to enable:
Go to Settings > Game, and check Prefer DX9 Legacy Mode.
3. In-Game Settings Optimization
Video Settings:
Resolution: Set to your Native screen resolution (e.g., 1920x1080 for most 1080p monitors).
Window Mode: Set to Full Screen for better performance. Windowed or Borderless modes can sometimes lead to a performance dip.
Enable Screen Shake: Unchecked - This reduces distractions and unnecessary graphical effects that might cause performance issues.
Character Quality: Set to Medium for a good balance between visuals and performance.
Environment Quality: Set to Medium for similar reasons.
Effects Quality: Set to Very Low to minimize resource usage from in-game effects.
Shadow Quality: Off - Shadows are one of the most performance-draining aspects of a game, so turning them off can significantly boost FPS.
Character Linking: Unchecked - This reduces unnecessary character interactions that can strain performance.
Advanced Settings:
- Frame Rate Cap: Set this to match your monitor's refresh rate (e.g., 60 FPS for a 60Hz monitor, 144 FPS for a 144Hz monitor). This ensures smooth gameplay without overtaxing your system.
- Anti-Aliasing: Unchecked - Anti-Aliasing can improve visual quality but is demanding on your GPU. If you want better performance, it’s best to leave this off.
- Wait for Vertical Sync (V-Sync): Checked - This will help prevent screen tearing and ensure that your frame rate is synchronized with your monitor's refresh rate.
Conclusion
By applying these optimizations to your Windows settings, League of Legends launcher, and in-game settings, you can ensure that LoL runs smoothly on your PC, no matter what your hardware specifications are. These settings aim to strike a balance between visual quality and performance, allowing you to enjoy fast and responsive gameplay without lag or stuttering.
Remember, if you're still experiencing issues, it could be worth checking your system’s overall performance or considering upgrading your hardware for an even better experience. Happy gaming, and may your League of Legends matches be ever victorious!
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