Updated: Aug 29, 2026 2:35am UTC
Want the upper hand over your opponents in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4? Fortunately, we're here to help. After spending many years with Call of Duty's multiplayer, we've managed to compile a list of all the best Controller and Graphics settings to help give you the advantage over other players in the MW4 Beta.
So whether it's adjusting your sensitivity, turning off common controller effects, prioritizing reload and tactical sprint, or even adjusting your graphics, we've got you covered with the best settings to use Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
Best Graphics Settings for MW4 Beta
Best Controller Settings for MW4 Beta (PlayStation and Xbox Controller Settings)
If you're chasing rewards or want to know the beta schedule, see our MW4 Beta Guide for all the latest details.
Best Graphics Settings for MW4 Beta
If you're jumping into the MW4 Beta, adjusting your graphics settings can not only boost your FPS and general performance on PC, but it can also give you a slight competitive edge over other players if you tweak them just right.
While many of the graphics settings are dependent on your personal preference and PC specifications, there are few select settings that can make a real difference towards visibility and performance, namely those that fall under Post Processing Effects, Shadow and Lighting, and View.
Below is a list of all our recommended graphics settings for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, based on our experience in the beta so far.
Best Settings for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
Display
Display Mode
Recommended for Multi-Monitor Setups: Fullscreen Borderless
Recommended for Single-Monitor Setups: Fullscreen Exclusive
Display Monitor
Select Your Monitor
Display Adapter
Select Your Graphics Card
Screen Refresh Rate
Native Refresh Rate
Display Resolution
2560x1440 or 1920x1080
Aspect Ratio
Automatic
Background Shader Preloading
On
Restart Shader Preloading
N/A
Display Gamma
2.2 (sRGB)
Gamma/Brightness
Default
NVIDIA Reflex Low Latency or
AMD Radeon Anti-Lag
On
Power Saving
Eco Mode Preset
Efficiency
V-Sync (Gameplay)
Off
V-Sync (Menus)
Off or 100%
Custom Frame Rate Limit
Custom
Gameplay Custom Frame Rate Limit
150
Menu Custom Frame Rate Limit
120
Out of Focus Custom Frame Rate Limit
30
Reduce Menu Render Resolution
Optimal
Pause Game Rendering
Off
Reduce Quality When Inactive
30 Seconds
Focused Mode
0
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Off
HDR Calibration
N/A
Global Quality
Graphic Preset
Custom
Render Resolution
100%
Dynamic Resolution
Off
Upscaling / Sharpening
Recommended for NVIDIA GPUs: NVIDIA DLSS or FidelityFX CAS
Which Upscaling/Sharpening solution you use has long been debated over the years. For me personally, I've tested both FidelityFX CAS and NVIDIA DLSS and didn't notice too much of a difference. Since I am using a RTX 4080 Super, I've opted for NVIDIA DLSS but I would recommend giving both a try and seeing which one gives you the best performance and feel.
NVIDIA DLSS Preset
Quality, Balance, or Performance
This setting can be dependent on your PC specifications. I've found that Performance has worked best for me in MW4, but this might change as the game is further optimized.
NVIDIA DLSS Sharpness
50
NVIDIA DLSS Model
Source: Archive source notes. This is an independent Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 reference page.