To get the best experience in Borderlands 4 on console, fine-tuning your settings is essential. Small adjustments can make the difference between stuttering frames and silky smooth gameplay, between sluggish inputs and razor-sharp controls. The right configuration turns frustrating sessions into some of the most satisfying vault hunts you’ll play.
PC players aren’t left out either. For platform-specific tweaks that push performance even further, check out our full PC Settings Guide. Together, these optimizations ensure you maximize performance while keeping visuals crisp and controls highly responsive.
Borderlands 4 Guide: Best PS5 & XBOX Settings for Peak Performance
Graphics Settings
Your first stop should be the Graphics Preset option, where you'll find the most impactful setting in the entire game. Console players must prioritize Performance mode over Quality mode. This choice is not negotiable if you want smooth gameplay.
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Quality mode on Xbox Series X creates severe frame drops and stuttering that makes the game nearly unplayable during intense combat sequences.
The difference between these modes is night and day. Quality mode attempts to push visual fidelity beyond what most consoles can handle consistently, resulting in jarring frame drops during firefights when you need responsiveness most. Performance mode maintains stable framerates that keep your aim steady and movement fluid.
Control Sensitivity
The sensitivity settings in Borderlands 4 require careful calibration to match your playstyle. Start with these baseline recommendations:
- Horizontal Aim Sensitivity: 1.0
- Vertical Aim Sensitivity: 1.0
- Look Sensitivity: 2.5 - 3.0
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Test your sensitivity in the training area before jumping into missions. You want quick 180-degree turns without overshooting your targets.
Movement Options
Enable Toggle Glide for superior mobility control. This setting allows you to:
- Triple jump to automatically activate glide
- Press jump again to exit glide mode
- Maintain better aerial control during exploration
The alternative hold-to-glide option feels clunky and interferes with precise landing timing.
Audio Settings
Borderlands 4 can overwhelm you with audio information, making it difficult to focus on important combat cues and dialogue.
Navigate to Options > Audio > Advanced Settings to access these crucial adjustments:
- Claptrap Volume: Reduce or disable entirely if his constant chatter becomes distracting
- Audio Preset: Select Hi-Fi for balanced sound across all frequencies
- Master Volume: Adjust based on your setup and preference
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Lowering Claptrap's volume doesn't affect story-critical dialogue, only his ambient commentary and reactions.
Gameplay Settings
Several gameplay settings significantly improve your moment-to-moment experience:
- Camera Head Bob: Disable completely to prevent motion sickness
- Screen Shake: Reduce to 32% for less visual distraction
- Vibration: Disable for more precise aiming
- Map Zoom Speed: Increase to 2.0 for faster navigation
- Mantle with Forward: Enables automatic climbing by just moving forward
- Radar (Mini-Map): Set icons to “All” at first to understand everything on screen