How much FPS boost will I get?

Depends on your setup and settings, but you're typically looking at 10-35% improvement. The more you stretch the render distance, the bigger the boost.

Can I use this with other mods?

Yeah, it plays well with most mods. Just check the mod description for any known conflicts. It's pretty lightweight so incompatibilities are rare.

Will this affect my gameplay experience?

Nope. You're just loading fewer chunks off-screen. The main trade-off is you won't see caves and terrain as far below or above you, which most players don't care about.

Do I need Optifine to use this mod?

No, it works standalone. If you are using Optifine, the stretch option just won't show up in video settings, but the mod still works.

Which versions does this support?

1.16.5, 1.18.2, 1.19, and 1.19.1. Both Forge and Fabric loaders are supported for most versions. Check the download section for your specific version.

Better FPS Render Distance Mod 1.19.1 & 1.18.2

Better FPS Render Distance Mod is a simple optimization tool that tweaks how Minecraft renders chunks around you. By default, Minecraft uses a square radius for rendering, but this mod switches it to a 3D circular radius that you can stretch horizontally through config or video settings. The result? Less chunk sections being rendered, and more FPS in your pocket. You’re looking at roughly 10-35% fewer chunks on screen depending on your settings.

How It Works

The mod adds a stretch option to your video settings that lets you compress the render distance vertically while keeping horizontal distance the same. So instead of a perfect circle, you get an ellipsis shape. Set it to maximum and you’ll notice the difference immediately, especially when standing on a mountain or flying high up. Lower vertical chunks mean fewer caves and distant layers to render, which hits your FPS hard.

Features

Configurable Render Stretching

Customize how far the mod stretches your render radius horizontally. More stretch equals better FPS, but you’ll render less below and above you.

Works with Optifine

Compatible with Optifine, though the video options button won’t appear if you’re using it.

Supports Forge and Fabric

Install on your mod loader of choice. Both loaders are fully supported across multiple versions.

Installation

Step 1: Download and install either Minecraft Forge or Fabric API for your Minecraft version.

Step 2: Drop the mod file into your .minecraft/mods folder.

Step 3: Launch Minecraft and check your video settings for the new stretch option.

Need more help? Check out our guides for installing Forge mods and installing Fabric mods.

Version Compatibility

Better FPS Render Distance supports versions 1.16.5 through 1.19.1. Both Forge and Fabric versions are available for most releases. Always download the version that matches your Minecraft installation.