Does using Instance.new() lag more than using the :Clone() function?

[marix8275 (Marix)]

I’ve been making tools with scripts that create a lot of parts to make an effect, and i wanted to know if it is better to create a part, and clone later in the script, or simply creating a new one each time i need one.

[Katrist]

Instance.new actually lags less than clone but you shouldn’t use either for effects with many parts. You should try to use PartCache:

PartCache, for all your quick part-creation needs

I’ve just finished designing and testing a little module I’m calling “PartCache”. This module is used to make the illusion of quickly creating and destroying parts for stuff like laser beams and such. This module uses CFrame to its advantage to work, since creating parts with Instance.new() can get very laggy. Here’s a stress test. I have 64 sentries here each shooting up to 10 bullets per second. It’s completely lagless! After zeuxcg made a post on a thread talking about how updat…

Extra info: :Clone() or :Instance.New()? - #4 by pobammer

[marix8275 (Marix)]

Thank you very much, this should help make my games run smoothly now

[Katrist]

No problem, have a good day!