Spell effects push the GPU
Shadows, particles, and bright effects can make the graphics card draw more at once.
SMITE FPS boost and best settings
SMITE: Make every team fight feel smoother
Hone tunes SMITE and Windows for your PC. Get steadier FPS, less PC-side stutter, and settings you can review before your next match.
SMITE presetReady for battle
BEFORE HONE130 AVG FPS
AFTER HONE200 AVG FPS
See What Hone Users Say
You've heard from the pros. Here's what other players think.
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Busy fights can make frame times jump
SMITE puts you close to the action. Gods, minions, spell effects, and other apps can all ask for PC power at once. One slow frame can make an ability or camera move feel late.
Units add CPU work
A full lane or team fight gives the processor more movement and game logic to handle.
Other apps take resources
Browsers, launchers, updates, and recorders can use CPU, memory, or GPU power while you play.
Heat can slow the PC
High temperatures can lower processor speed and cause uneven frame times during a long match.
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Build a steadier SMITE Conquest setup
Select SMITE in Hone, check each recommended change, and keep only what helps. This gives arena matches a cleaner starting point without copied forum tweaks.
Prepare for lanes and team fights
Apply supported SMITE settings that keep gods, minions, and effects clear while you test frame pacing.
Free CPU time before you queue
Reduce extra startup and background work before minions spawn.
Keep capture tools in check
Close or limit recorders, launchers, and browsers that take resources during a match.
Undo a weak result
Compare the same practice scene, then restore any change that does not help.
Match preset
Built for smoother original SMITE play
- Supported SMITE settings
- Windows gaming mode
- Background app cleanup
- Easy restore point
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Tune SMITE without touching the live match
Hone works with supported game and Windows settings. It stays outside live play and does not change game code, memory, or network packets.
No cheats or macros
Hone does not add aim help, scripts, bots, macros, or tools that play for you.
No game-memory edits
Hone does not inject into SMITE or read and change live game memory.
No anti-cheat bypass
Hone does not hide software or try to get around Easy Anti-Cheat.
SMITE 2 is separate
This page and its saved test cover original SMITE. SMITE 2 uses a newer engine, so its game settings and results can differ.
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130 to 200 average FPS in our test
Average FPS gain+70 FPS
On our test PC, SMITE rose from 130 to 200 average FPS with Hone applied. That is 70 more average FPS, or a 54% 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.
This saved test covers original SMITE. Your result will depend on the game build, match, video settings, PC, drivers, heat, and apps open in the background.
SMITE settings, lag, and FPS FAQ
What are the best SMITE settings for FPS?
Start with full screen mode. Lower shadows and other heavy effects first. Keep textures clear if your graphics memory can handle them. Test one change at a time.
How do I fix SMITE lag or stuttering?
For PC-side stutter, close heavy apps, check heat, update graphics drivers, and lower video settings. If every action reaches the server late, check your network and SMITE server status.
Can I optimize SMITE on a low-end PC?
Yes, but hardware limits still matter. Use lower video settings, close heavy apps, and keep enough free storage. Hone can help with supported SMITE and Windows settings.
Does this SMITE FPS guide cover SMITE 2?
No. This page and benchmark focus on original SMITE. SMITE 2 runs on a newer engine and needs its own game settings. Hone may still help with shared Windows optimizations.
Is Hone safe to use with SMITE and Easy Anti-Cheat?
Hone works outside the game. It does not inject into SMITE, edit live memory, change network packets, add cheats, or bypass Easy Anti-Cheat. Hone is not made or approved by Hi-Rez Studios.
Is Hone free for SMITE?
Yes. The free plan lets you try several performance optimizations before you upgrade.
