Performance Optimization
Keep your server running smoothly with optimal performance tuning and monitoring.
Performance Monitoring
CPU Usage
Monitor processor load. Stay below 80% for stability.
Memory Usage
RAM utilization. Allocate resources based on player count.
Bandwidth
Network traffic. Higher with more players.
Latency
Player ping. Target under 50ms for smooth gameplay.
Optimization Tips
Remove Unused Plugins
Every plugin uses resources. Audit regularly and remove unused ones.
Update to Latest Versions
Updates often include performance improvements and bug fixes.
Profile Plugin Performance
Identify which plugins are causing lag using console commands.
Server Tuning
max-players=64
Affects memory usage and performance
view-distance=8
Render distance for single player/multiplayer
enable-rcon=true
Remote console access for management
When to Scale Up
High Resource Usage (>85%)
If CPU or RAM consistently above 85%, upgrade your plan
Growing Community
More players = higher resource requirements
Increased Latency
If player ping starts climbing, consider upgrading
Performance Benchmarks
| Metric | Good | Needs Improvement |
|---|---|---|
| CPU Usage | 20-50% | >80% |
| Memory Usage | 40-70% | >90% |
| Average Ping | <50ms | >100ms |
| Tickrate | 60+ TPS | <20 TPS |
| Lag Spikes | None | Frequent |