What to know

  • The error is primarily linked to VRAM overuse, not system RAM.
  • It can appear even on high-end GPUs if settings exceed available VRAM.
  • Outdated drivers or broken shader cache often trigger false positives.
  • Fixes include adjusting graphics settings, updating drivers, and clearing cache.

BF6 is graphically demanding, and its engine dynamically monitors your GPU’s available VRAM. When usage goes beyond a safe threshold—especially on mid-range cards or systems with aggressive background processes, the game triggers the “Video Memory Threshold Exceeded” warning, often causing stutters, crashes, or auto-reduced textures. Understanding the causes helps you apply the right fixes without sacrificing too much performance.

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Causes of video memory threshold exceeded in BF6

  • VRAM overload: High textures, detailed lighting, and ray tracing can push GPUs beyond their VRAM limit; especially 4 GB and 6 GB cards.
  • Broken/outdated GPU drivers: A corrupt shader cache or outdated driver can cause improper VRAM allocation.
  • Resolution too high: 4K or ultrawide resolutions consume significantly more VRAM.
  • Background GPU-heavy apps: Browsers with multiple tabs, overlays (Discord, Steam, GeForce), or recording tools consume VRAM.
  • Corrupted BF6 configuration files: Bad config or cache files can cause VRAM spikes.
  • Game-engine bug (common after updates): Certain patches temporarily increase VRAM usage or trigger false threshold alerts.

Known fixes for video memory threshold exceeded in BF6

Below are all working solutions for fixing the issue:

Lower VRAM-heavy graphics settings

Reduce these first (they have the biggest VRAM impact):

  • Texture Quality → set to Medium or High
  • Texture Filtering → Medium
  • Ray Tracing → Off
  • Mesh Quality → Medium

Restart the game after applying.

Change the VRAM usage slider (if available)

BF6 includes a VRAM usage limit slider in some builds. Set it to 80–90% instead of max.

Update GPU drivers (NVIDIA/AMD/Intel)

Install the latest WHQL drivers:

  • NVIDIA: Experience or manual installer
  • AMD: Adrenalin Software
  • Intel: Arc Control

A fresh driver often fixes false VRAM warnings.

Clear Shader & DirectX cache

Reduces VRAM spikes from corrupted shaders.

Windows:

  • Press Win + I → System → Storage
  • Temporary Files
  • Select DirectX Shader Cache → Remove

Optionally delete BF6’s local cache from:

  • Documents → Battlefield 6 → cache
Disable overlays & background apps

Turn off:

  • Discord Overlay
  • Steam Overlay
  • GeForce Overlay
  • Xbox Game Bar
  • MSI Afterburner (OSD)

Close Chrome/Edge tabs that use GPU acceleration.

Reduce resolution or use DLSS/FSR/XeSS

Running 4K or ultrawide resolution consumes extra VRAM.
Try:

  • Lower resolution (e.g., 1440p → 1080p)
  • Enable DLSS/FSR on Balanced or Performance
Verify BF6 game files

On Steam:

  • Library → BF6 → Properties → Installed Files → Verify Integrity

On EA:

  • App → BF6 → Repair

Fixes corrupted config or asset files.

Roll back to the previous GPU driver (if error started after update)

If the issue appeared after a new driver:

  • NVIDIA: Device Manager → GPU → Properties → Driver → Roll Back Driver
Check for game updates or hotfix

BF6 has previously pushed hotfixes for VRAM misreporting bugs. Update the game fully.

Ultimate fix: Lower texture pool in config

For persistent problems:

  • Go to: Documents → Battlefield 6 → settings → PROFSAVE_profile
  • Open in Notepad
  • Find: GstRender.TexturePoolSize
  • Lower value by 10–30%
  • Save → set file to read-only
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by u/Deven_AP from discussion
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The 'Video Memory Threshold Exceeded' in BF6 almost always comes down to VRAM limits, unstable drivers, or heavy background usage. By lowering texture settings, enabling DLSS/FSR, updating drivers, and disabling ray tracing, most players can resolve the issue immediately. If the error persists even with optimized settings, it’s likely tied to a game-side memory spike.

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