Rs3 Smithing Calculator

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Reviewed by David Chen, CFA. This calculator provides accurate projections based on in-game mechanics.

The **RS3 Smithing Calculator** helps you determine the time and resources needed to achieve your target Smithing Experience (XP). Input any three variables—XP per item, items per hour, time, or total XP—and the calculator will accurately solve for the missing value.

RS3 Smithing Calculator

The missing value is:

Detailed Calculation Steps

RS3 Smithing Calculator Formula

XP × Rate × Time = Total XP

or

A × B × T = X

Formula Sources: RuneScape Wiki Smithing Calculator, RuneScape HiScores.

Variables

The calculator uses four core variables. Only three are required to solve for the missing one:

  • XP per Item (A): The base experience gained from forging a single item (e.g., a rune platebody).
  • Items per Hour (B): Your realistic creation speed, including banking and animation time, measured in items/hour.
  • Time (T): The total duration, in hours, that you spend smithing.
  • Total XP Gained (X): The total experience accumulated over the specified time period.

What is RS3 Smithing Calculator?

The RS3 Smithing Calculator is an essential tool for maximizing efficiency and planning goals in RuneScape 3. Since the rework, Smithing has become a highly AFK skill, but efficient training requires precise calculation of time versus experience gain. This tool takes the guesswork out of the process, allowing players to quickly project how long it will take to hit 99, 120, or a specific XP milestone.

Understanding your XP rate (XP per Item * Items per Hour) is the single most important factor. The calculator allows players to test different methods (e.g., Superheating vs. Artisan’s Workshop) by adjusting the “Items per Hour” rate to see which method provides the best time-to-XP ratio for their goals.

How to Calculate RS3 Smithing XP (Example)

Suppose you want to reach 5,000,000 Total XP. Here’s how the calculation works:

  1. Determine XP Rate: You are making Elder Rune Platebodies (+4) at 1500 XP per item, and you estimate 800 items per hour. Rate = 1500 XP * 800 items/hr = 1,200,000 XP/hr.
  2. Input Total XP: Set the Total XP Gained (X) to 5,000,000.
  3. Calculate Time Required: Time (T) = Total XP (X) / Rate. T = 5,000,000 / 1,200,000.
  4. Final Result: The required time is approximately 4.17 hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the XP per Item value the same for all smithing items?

No. The XP value depends entirely on the tier and type of item you are creating. Burial armor and +4 upgrades typically yield the highest XP rates, and the value must be found on the RuneScape Wiki for accuracy.

What is a realistic “Items per Hour” rate?

This varies greatly by method (e.g., using a portable forge, presets, etc.). High-level players often achieve rates of 800-1200+ items per hour, but it’s best to time a short session yourself to get a personal, accurate number.

Why is my calculated time too long?

If the calculated time is extremely high, it usually means your XP rate (XP per Item * Items per Hour) is too low for the Total XP target, or you have entered an XP/Item value that is too small.

Does this factor in bonus XP or double XP events?

No, the calculator uses base XP per item. If you are training during a double XP event, you must manually double the “XP per Item” input for the calculation to be accurate.

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