Best Valorant Settings After Patch 12.07 (New Settings UI Guide)
Updated: April 2026 • Works with Valorant Patch 12.07 and the new settings UI.
Patch 12.07 brought a new in-game settings UI to Valorant and a lot of players are confused about what to change and what to keep. This guide shows the best Valorant settings after 12.07 for max FPS, clear visibility and consistent aim in ranked.
What Changed in the Valorant 12.07 Settings UI?
Patch 12.07 did not completely reinvent Valorant settings, but the whole menu layout is different. Riot reorganised categories, added clearer tooltips and cleaned up the look so that new players can find options faster.
You will notice, for example:
- Video, Graphics, UI, Content Filtering and Network moved into clearer groups
- Hover tooltips that explain what each setting does
- Smoother navigation between tabs and sub-tabs
The important part: the best competitive settings are still the same. You just need to re-apply them inside the new settings UI after 12.07.
Best Video Settings for Valorant After 12.07
For ranked and esports, you want the most stable FPS and lowest input lag possible. Looks are secondary. Use these video settings as your baseline:
- Resolution: Your monitor’s native resolution (for most players 1920×1080)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (4:3 stretched is okay if you prefer the feel)
- Display Mode: Fullscreen
- Multithreaded Rendering: On
FPS Limit Settings
- Limit FPS on Battery: Off (for desktop PCs this does nothing)
- Limit FPS in Menus: 60–120 (keeps temps and fan noise down)
- Limit FPS in Background: 30–60
- Limit FPS Always: Off, or capped just below your refresh rate (e.g. 238 on 240 Hz)
Fullscreen, multithreaded rendering and a sensible FPS cap will give you smooth tracking, less stutter and more consistent spray control.
Best Graphics Quality Settings for FPS & Visibility
Jump into the Graphics Quality tab in the new UI and copy these competitive settings. They remove useless eye-candy and make enemies easier to see.
| Setting | Recommended Value | Why Use It |
|---|---|---|
| Material Quality | Low | Reduces map clutter and frees up FPS. |
| Texture Quality | Low or Medium | Use Medium only if your GPU is strong; Low is fine for most. |
| Detail Quality | Low | Extra details do not help you win fights. |
| UI Quality | Low | Keeps the interface simple and reduces GPU load. |
| Vignette | Off | No dark edges, more consistent brightness. |
| VSync | Off | Prevents input lag from vertical sync. |
| Anti-Aliasing | None | Sharper edges and higher FPS. |
| Anisotropic Filtering | 1x or 2x | Small quality boost for minimal performance cost. |
| Improve Clarity | On | Makes models and edges easier to read at range. |
| Bloom | Off | Removes distracting glow from abilities and guns. |
| Distortion | Off | Makes smokes and effects easier to see through. |
| Cast Shadows | Off | Small FPS gain; shadows rarely win you fights. |
New UI Checklist
When you open the new settings UI after Patch 12.07, do this once:
- Open Video → General, set resolution, Fullscreen, enable multithreaded rendering.
- Open Video → Graphics Quality, match all values in the table.
- Open General / Interface and disable any extra clutter or tutorial popups you do not need.
- Check Controls to make sure all your binds are still correct in the new layout.
Recommended Crosshair Settings (Simple & Clean)
The new settings UI changes how crosshair options are organised, but the logic is the same. You want one clean, static crosshair that works on rifles, pistols, and the Operator.
Here is a strong all-rounder crosshair you can copy:
- Colour: Green or Cyan
- Outlines: On, 1 thickness / 1 opacity
- Center Dot: Off
- Inner Lines: 1 / 4 / 2 / 0
- Outer Lines: 0 / 0 / 0 / 0
- Movement Error: Off
- Firing Error: Off
If you prefer, you can also import a pro crosshair code and then fine-tune it in the new crosshair UI after 12.07. For even more options check our Valorant crosshair codes guide.
Mouse Sensitivity Settings After Valorant 12.07
Patch 12.07 did not change how mouse input works, so the classic pro sensitivity ranges are still optimal. The real power comes from picking a sens and sticking to it.
- DPI: 800
- In-game Sensitivity: 0.3 – 0.5
- eDPI: 240 – 400 (DPI × sens)
- Scoped Sensitivity Multiplier: 1.0
If your aim feels inconsistent, avoid changing sensitivity every day. Stick to one value for at least 1–2 weeks and use a 10–15 minute warm-up routine before ranked. You can use our Valorant sensitivity converter if you are coming from another game.
Audio & Minimap Settings That Actually Matter
Audio Settings
- Master Volume: 100% (control loudness in Windows or on your headset)
- Effects: 100% (footsteps, gunshots, reloads)
- Voice-over / Agent Voice: 50–80% (personal preference)
- Music: Off for clutch and menus if you find it distracting
Consistent audio positioning in Valorant is as important as visuals. Clear footsteps and reload cues help you win eco rounds even with budget weapons.
Minimap Settings
- Rotate / Keep Player Centered: Off
- Minimap Size: Slightly above default
- Zoom: Around 0.9–1.0
- Vision Cones: On
The goal is to see as much of the map and your teammates as possible without making the minimap overwhelming or tiny.
Discord Integration in 12.07 (Does It Affect FPS?)
Patch 12.07 also adds a new Discord integration inside Valorant. You can link your Riot account and accept or send party invites directly from Discord without alt-tabbing.
This feature does not change your performance or graphics settings. It only improves the social and party experience. If you get FPS drops after 12.07, the problem is almost always your video/graphics settings or background apps, not the Discord link.
Quick Copy–Paste Setup (TL;DR)
If you just want to copy settings and go back to ranked, here is the short version:
- Fullscreen, native resolution, multithreaded rendering On
- All graphics on Low, Improve Clarity On, all “fancy” effects Off
- Simple static crosshair (no error indicators)
- 800 DPI, 0.3–0.5 sens, Scoped sens 1.0
- Minimap not centered, vision cones On
- Discord linked if you stack, but do not change FPS settings for it
These are the same style of competitive Valorant settings used by high-rank players in 2026 and are fully compatible with the new 12.07 settings UI.
FAQ: Valorant Settings After Patch 12.07
What are the best Valorant settings after 12.07?
The best Valorant settings after 12.07 are fullscreen, native resolution, multithreaded rendering On, graphics on Low with Improve Clarity On, and a clean, static crosshair. This combo gives you maximum FPS and visibility with the new settings UI.
Did Patch 12.07 change aim or sensitivity?
No. Patch 12.07 changed the layout of the settings menu but did not change how sensitivity or aim works. You can keep using your usual DPI and sens or move into the 240–400 eDPI range used by many pros.
Does the Discord integration lower FPS in Valorant?
The Discord integration is mainly a social feature for party invites and account linking. It does not directly reduce FPS if your PC is configured correctly. If your performance drops, look at your graphics settings, background apps and drivers.
Which settings should I turn off first for more FPS?
If your PC is struggling, turn off VSync, Bloom, Distortion, and lower Material, Detail and Texture Quality. Also disable Cast Shadows. These changes significantly boost FPS on low-end and mid-range PCs.