Best Apex Legends settings for the AMD R9 380 (4GB) (2026)
On a AMD R9 380 (4GB) (paired with a balanced AMD Ryzen 3 3300X-class CPU), Apex Legends runs at roughly 61 FPS at 1080p with our optimized settings — up from about 45FPS with everything maxed. Here's the configuration and what each setting costs.
| Resolution | All-High FPS | Optimized FPS |
|---|
| 1080p | 45 | 61 |
| 1440p | 27 | 39 |
| 4K | 14 | 20 |
Recommended settings · ✓ tuned to this game’s real menu
Sun Shadow DetailLow+10% FPS
The main shadow setting and a real GPU cost — Low/Medium is the standard competitive pick.
Anti-AliasingNone+6% FPS
TSAA smooths edges cheaply. Some competitive players run None for maximum clarity and a few extra frames.
Spot Shadow DetailDisabled+6% FPS
Extra dynamic shadows. Disabling is a common FPS boost with little gameplay downside.
Volumetric LightingDisabled+5% FPS
God-rays and light shafts. Disabling gains frames in smoky, lit areas.
Ambient Occlusion QualityLow+2% FPS
Soft contact shadows. Cheap to lower; many pros disable it.
Model DetailMedium+2% FPS
Character and weapon geometry detail. Modest cost; High looks best, Medium for frames.
Effects DetailMedium+2% FPS
Explosions and ability effects. Lowering smooths chaotic final rings.
Texture Streaming BudgetInsane-1% FPS
Texture sharpness, tied directly to your VRAM. "Insane" needs 8GB+ — match it to your card to avoid stutter.
Texture Filtering16xbaseline
Keeps surfaces sharp at angles — effectively free, use 16x.
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Frequently asked
What FPS does the AMD R9 380 (4GB) get in Apex Legends?
With FrameCoach's optimized balanced settings, the AMD R9 380 (4GB) averages around 61 FPS at 1080p in Apex Legends — up from about 45 FPS with everything on High.
Can the AMD R9 380 (4GB) run Apex Legends at 1440p?
At 1440p with optimized settings, the AMD R9 380 (4GB) averages roughly 39 FPS in Apex Legends; turn on upscaling or aim for a locked 60 for the best feel.
What are the best Apex Legends settings for the AMD R9 380 (4GB)?
Use a balanced preset, keep ray tracing off for maximum FPS, and ease the heaviest options like Sun Shadow Detail and Anti-Aliasing down a notch. The full per-setting breakdown is above.
FPS figures are estimates from a generalized model (hardware tier × game load × per-setting weights), not live benchmarks — real performance varies by scene, drivers and game version.