How to Speed Up Your FiveM Server for the Best Performance

Running a FiveM server is all about delivering a smooth, lag-free experience to your players. However, server performance can take a hit due to unoptimized scripts, heavy resource loads, or outdated configurations. If your FiveM server is experiencing lag, high CPU usage, or long loading times, this guide will help you boost performance and keep your community engaged.

At RocketNode, we provide high-performance FiveM hosting with top-tier hardware and built-in optimizations. But even with the best hosting, you can further enhance your server’s efficiency by following these expert tips.

1. Optimize Your Server Scripts

One of the biggest performance killers is inefficient scripts that consume too many resources. FiveM’s built-in profiler allows you to analyze resource usage and identify scripts that are causing issues.

• Use resmon 1 in your FiveM console to monitor resource consumption.
• Remove or optimize heavy scripts that cause high CPU usage.
• Reduce script tick rates where possible to free up processing power.

RocketNode Bonus: With subuser manager access, you can let your developers tweak scripts without exposing full server control.

2. Upgrade Your Server Hardware

While optimizations help, sometimes you just need more power to keep up with player demand. A slow CPU, limited RAM, or outdated storage can create bottlenecks.

• Recommended FiveM Hosting Plans:
  • Small Servers (Private/Light RP): 4GB RAM Plan ($12.50/mo)
  • Growing Communities: 12GB RAM Plan ($36.50/mo)
  • Large Roleplay/Public Servers: 32GB RAM Plan ($98.50/mo)

For massive servers, RocketNode’s VPS Hosting is the ultimate solution, giving you full control over CPU, RAM, and storage with dedicated resources.

3. Optimize Database Performance

Slow database queries can cause long loading times and lag spikes. Ensuring that your database is properly indexed and optimized will speed up player interactions.

• Optimize SQL queries to reduce processing load.
• Clean up old player data and unused records.
• Use async queries instead of blocking operations.

RocketNode’s high-speed NVMe SSD storage ensures fast database access, reducing response times for every player action.

4. Adjust Server Configurations for Performance

FiveM servers come with various configuration settings that allow you to fine-tune performance. Adjusting these can reduce CPU load and improve overall stability.

• Set onesync_enabled 1 for better entity streaming.
• Lower fx_rateLimiter to prevent excessive script calls.
• Optimize streaming distance for objects and textures.

RocketNode’s easy-to-use control panel makes tweaking server settings simple, so you can get the best performance with just a few clicks.

5. Reduce Resource and Asset Sizes

Large resource packs, high-resolution textures, and unnecessary vehicle models can increase loading times and overload server memory.

• Compress textures and optimize model sizes.
• Limit excessive custom scripts or replace them with lighter alternatives.
• Store assets on external CDNs to free up server bandwidth.

RocketNode Hosting Perk: Unlimited bandwidth and fast NVMe storage ensure that your server loads assets as quickly as possible.

6. Implement Server-Side Enhancements

Efficiently handling events and using multi-threaded scripts can prevent CPU spikes and keep gameplay smooth.

• Use event throttling to prevent overload during peak hours.
• Implement server-side caching to speed up frequently accessed data.
• Spread out AI/vehicle spawning logic to balance CPU load.

RocketNode’s Premium CPUs (Ryzen 5950X) help process scripts faster and more efficiently, making your server more stable.

7. Regular Maintenance and Monitoring

Even with all these optimizations, ongoing monitoring is key to keeping your server running at peak performance.

• Tools for Maintenance:
  • Resmon (resmon 1): Track real-time resource usage.
  • Server Logs: Identify errors and fix issues before they become major problems.
  • RocketGuard DDoS Protection: Keep your server safe from attacks that can slow performance.

With RocketNode’s 24/7 support, you’ll always have an expert available to assist with troubleshooting and server optimizations.

Final Thoughts

Speeding up your FiveM server ensures a lag-free, high-performance experience for your players. By optimizing scripts, upgrading hardware, managing resources, and fine-tuning configurations, you can create a seamless gaming environment.