Beatmap effects add load
Animated videos, detailed storyboards, shaders, and layered visual effects can increase GPU work.
osu! FPS boost for lazer and stable
Make every beat feel smoother
Hone tunes osu! and Windows for your PC. Get steadier frame times, less PC-side stutter, and settings you can review for both osu!(lazer) and osu!(stable).
osu! presetlazer + stable ready
BEFORE HONE310 AVG FPS
AFTER HONE563 AVG FPS
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One frame spike can break your rhythm
osu! may look simple, but complex beatmaps and busy system processes can still cause sudden stutter. Consistent frame times help cursor movement, hit timing, and music stay in sync.
Skins can change the cost
High-resolution skin files and animations can use more memory and increase rendering time.
Other apps steal time
Browsers, overlays, recorders, and updates can use CPU or GPU power while you play.
Heat can slow the PC
High system temperatures can reduce processor speed and cause uneven frame times during a beatmap.
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Get better osu! settings without hours of testing
Choose osu! in Hone, review each suggested change, and apply the optimizations you want. Hone improves the shared Windows setup while you tune each client inside the game.
osu! settings
Review supported settings that favor smooth play and steady frame times.
Windows gaming tweaks
Tune system settings that can affect FPS, frame time, and input response.
Less background load
Cut unneeded app work so more PC power stays ready for the next beatmap.
Changes you control
See every change, choose what to apply, and restore your settings later.
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One PC setup for lazer and stable
The two clients do not handle every setting the same way. Hone tunes the shared Windows layer, while you keep each client set up for the way it works.
osu!(stable)
Use the Optimal frame limiter first. The osu! wiki warns that Unlimited can cause stutter, while Optimal has almost no visible latency change.
- Built for Windows
- Separate in-game settings
- Optimal limiter is a strong start
osu!(lazer)
lazer polls input at 1,000 Hz even when frames are capped. Use its built-in latency test instead of chasing an unlimited FPS number.
- Multi-threaded game design
- 1,000 Hz input polling
- Built-in latency test
Tune each client on its own
The osu! team says settings do not yet import from stable to lazer. Check both after any change.
No aim or tap help
Hone does not add aim assist, autoplay, relax, macros, or input automation.
No game-memory edits
Hone works with supported game and Windows settings. It does not inject into osu! or edit live game memory.
Real limits still apply
Old hardware, heat, drivers, beatmap effects, and background apps can still limit your result.
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310 to 563 average FPS in our test
Average FPS gain+253 FPS
Our saved osu! benchmark rose from 310 to 563 average FPS with Hone applied. That is 253 more average FPS, or an 82% gain in this test.
Tested using Intel 10900k (5.5 GHz AC), RTX 4090 (stock), 16 GB DDR4 RAM (18-18-18-24-4000 MHz) - Results may vary.
The saved test did not name the osu! client build. Your result will depend on stable or lazer, the beatmap, settings, PC, drivers, heat, and apps open in the background.
osu! settings, stutter, and FPS FAQ
What are the best osu! settings for smooth play?
Start with full screen and a frame limiter that fits your client. Turn down beatmap videos, storyboards, shaders, and heavy effects if frame times still jump. Test one change at a time.
How do I fix osu! stuttering or lag?
Close heavy apps, check PC heat, update graphics drivers, and test a simple beatmap. In stable, try the Optimal frame limiter. In lazer, run the built-in latency test and compare settings.
Is osu!(lazer) faster than osu!(stable)?
It depends on your PC. The osu! team says lazer is faster on most modern hardware, but some systems still run stable better. Test both clients with the same beatmap and background apps.
Should I use unlimited FPS in osu!?
Not by default. The osu! wiki says Unlimited in stable can cause stutter and recommends Optimal. lazer polls input at 1,000 Hz even with a frame cap, so more FPS does not always mean less input delay.
Is Hone safe to use with osu!stable and osu!lazer?
Hone works outside live play. It does not inject into either client, edit game memory, automate input, add cheats, or change score data. Hone is not made or approved by ppy.
Is Hone free for osu!?
Yes. The free plan lets you try several performance optimizations before you upgrade.
