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Download Tier1Timer 1.1.0 for Windows

Set and lock Windows timer resolution to reduce input lag and improve frame pacing in games.

Tier1Settings PC games

Tier1Timer sets and locks the Windows timer resolution to 0.5 ms (the Windows default is 15.6 ms), reducing input lag and improving frame pacing in games. Auto Mode applies the right timer resolution per game automatically — set it once and forget it. The system timer is always restored to the Windows default on exit or crash. Portable single exe (~1 MB), code-signed via Azure Trusted Signing.

Publisher’s description

What is Tier1Timer?

Tier1Timer by Tier1Settings is free Windows software in the pc games category.

Installation and requirements

The publisher provides Portable installers for 64-bit Windows. The main installer is 1.1 MB. It runs without installation (portable). It needs Windows 10 or newer.

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • Free to use
  • Portable: runs without installation
  • Small download (1.1 MB)

Cons

  • No native ARM64 build

In short: Tier1Timer is a free pc game tool for 64-bit PCs.

Is Tier1Timer safe to download?

  • The file is served by tier1settings.com, the publisher’s own domain
  • The download link uses HTTPS
  • A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file: 01786F1091757F7107380047103D5887953502ACC4A1FAF8743AEC15C67BBADF · Open the VirusTotal report for this hash
  • The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
  • ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers

Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows

Recent versions

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2026: 1 1 26
VersionDateSizeFiles
1.1.0Latest July 21, 2026 1.1 MB 64-bit Portable

Install from the command line

Silent install ›
PowerShell
wingetwinget install --id Tier1Settings.Tier1Timer -e

Program files (.exe): tier1timer.exe

Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps

Information

Publisher
Tier1Settings
Category
PC games
Licence
Freeware
Price
Free
Requires
Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10+)
Architecture
64-bit
Installer
Portable
Version
1.1.0
Released
July 21, 2026
Added to the catalogue
July 21, 2026
Versions listed
1
Website
tier1settings.com
winget ID
Tier1Settings.Tier1Timer

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tier1Timer free?

Yes. Tier1Timer is free to use.

Is Tier1Timer safe to download?

The download comes from tier1settings.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.

How do I install Tier1Timer with winget?

Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.

Which Windows versions does Tier1Timer support?

The installer requires Windows 10 or newer and is available for 64-bit.

Does Tier1Timer run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?

There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.

Can I use Tier1Timer without administrator rights?

Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.

What are alternatives to Tier1Timer?

RetroArch, OpenTTD, Steam, PPSSPP and Celestia. The alternatives page compares them.

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