Skip to content
Try a Minecraft server free. No card needed.48 hours free
AwakeNode
Find my serverMinecraft plansFree trialPay-to-PlayWikiSupport
Legacy billingClient DashboardView plans
AwakeNode

Minecraft server hosting in UK or EU locations. Built by players, for players.

Open a support ticket

Minecraft

  • Minecraft plans
  • Modpack servers
  • Pay-to-Play with friends
  • 48-hour free trial
  • Common questions

Support

  • Wiki and guides
  • Client Dashboard
  • Open a support ticket
  • Legacy game panel (existing servers)
  • Legacy billing (existing accounts)

Company

  • Contact us
  • VPS hosting
  • Terms of service
  • Privacy policy
  • Uptime SLA

AwakeNode is a trading name of Falcon Hosting Ltd.
© 2026 Falcon Hosting Ltd.

Registered in England & Wales · Company No. 15676555 · ICO registration ZB377567
Registered office: Anglo Dal House, 5 Spring Villa Park, Spring Villa Road, Edgware, Middlesex, HA8 7EB, United Kingdom

Mods

Mod

Sodium

A high-performance rendering engine replacement for Minecraft, which greatly improves frame rates and reduces micro-stutter.

AwakeNode Team · Reviewed by Harry · Updated 15 Oct 2026

Works with
Fabric, NeoForge, Quilt
Minecraft
1.16.3 to 26.1.2
Downloads
168M

Modpacks with Sodium

Order a server with one of these and it's set up with the modpack, Sodium included, already installed.

Cobblemon Official Modpack [Fabric]Fabric · Minecraft 1.21.112M downloadsCOBBLEVERSE - Pokemon Adventure [Cobblemon]Fabric · Minecraft 1.21.17.4M downloadsBetter MC [FABRIC] - BMC2Fabric · Minecraft 1.20.13.8M downloadsVanilla PerfectedFabric · Minecraft 26.32.7M downloads

Sodium is a high-performance rendering engine replacement for Minecraft designed to dramatically improve frame rates and reduce micro-stutter. It is an essential optimization mod for players looking to enhance their game's performance.

It is compatible with Fabric, NeoForge, and Quilt loaders.

Installing Sodium

On AwakeNode

  1. Download the version of Sodium for your server's software and Minecraft version from its Modrinth page.
  2. Open your server's Files tab, go to the mods folder and upload the .jar file. You can also upload it over SFTP.
  3. Restart your server from the Console tab.

On other hosts / manually

  1. Download the correct version of Sodium for your loader (Fabric, NeoForge, or Quilt) from Modrinth.
  2. Use your SFTP client or the File Manager to upload the .jar file to your server's /mods directory.
  3. Ensure your server is running the matching mod loader and restart the instance.

Common issues

  • Incompatible Mods: Sodium may conflict with other rendering or optimization mods. Check your server logs for 'Mixin' errors.
  • Incorrect Loader: Ensure you are using the specific version of Sodium built for your mod loader (Fabric, NeoForge, or Quilt).
  • Version Mismatch: Verify that your Minecraft version (e.g., 1.19.2) matches the downloaded mod file exactly.

Performance

Sodium is highly efficient and typically reduces CPU overhead, allowing for smoother gameplay. Because it focuses on rendering, it does not require additional RAM beyond standard server requirements. If you experience performance drops, ensure your server plan has sufficient resources for your mod count. If you need to adjust memory limits, please open a ticket with AwakeNode support, or upgrade your plan to automatically increase your available RAM.

Questions

Is Sodium a server-side or client-side mod?+

Sodium is primarily a client-side mod designed to improve rendering performance on your local machine.

Can I use Sodium with other optimization mods?+

Yes, but be cautious of conflicts with other rendering mods. Always check the mod documentation for specific compatibility notes.

Does installing Sodium require more RAM?+

No, Sodium is designed to be lightweight and does not significantly increase memory usage.

Which mod loaders support Sodium?+

Sodium supports Fabric, NeoForge, and Quilt mod loaders.

More mods

Xaero's World MapAdds a full screen world map which shows you what you have explored in the world. Works great together with Xaero's Minimap.75M downloadsCreate AeronauticsBuild anything from airships to planes and cars!3.5M downloadsDistant HorizonsSee farther without turning your game into a slide show27M downloadsSinytra ConnectorRun your favourite Fabric mods on NeoForge17M downloads
Sodium on Modrinth

Start a Minecraft server

Run a modded server with your mods and modpacks.

See plans Browse modpacks
Prominence™ II: Hasturian EraFabric · Minecraft 1.20.12.2M downloads
Slimes AdventureFabric · Minecraft 1.21.12.1M downloads