XAUUSD 1H & 5M Momentum Test — Nova RVI Trader Gold Presets
This test focuses entirely on gold (XAUUSD), exploring how the same strategy behaves across different timeframes.
If you missed the previous post, you can check it here: EURUSD RVI Backtest
The system is powered by Nova RVI Trader, using a structured three-threshold momentum approach built around buy, mid, and sell levels.
Core Strategy Overview
The strategy uses three key levels:
- Buy level
- Mid level (neutral zone)
- Sell level
Trades are only taken when:
- Price recently interacted with the mid zone
- A clear momentum shift happens through the buy or sell level
This helps filter out weak signals and focus on more structured moves.
XAUUSD 1H Test Setup
This setup targets more stable, higher timeframe movements, where signals are less frequent but often more structured.
| Setting | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Symbol | XAUUSD | Gold market |
| Timeframe | 1H | Slower, structured signals |
| Period | 7 | Smoother behavior |
| Mid | 0 | Neutral reference |
| Buy | 0.06 | Momentum trigger |
| Sell | -0.06 | Momentum trigger |
| Volatility Filter | Strict | Reduces noise |
| Risk | 2% | Fixed |
| Take Profit | 0.85% | Captures larger moves |
| Stop Loss | 0.35% | Tighter control |
| Direction | Buy & Sell | Both sides |
1H Backtest Results: 
XAUUSD 5M Test Setup
This configuration focuses on faster intraday movements, where signals appear more frequently and require more room for volatility.
| Setting | Value | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Symbol | XAUUSD | Gold market |
| Timeframe | 5M | Fast execution |
| Period | 7 | Balanced smoothing |
| Mid | 0 | Neutral reference |
| Buy | 0.06 | Momentum trigger |
| Sell | -0.06 | Momentum trigger |
| Volatility Filter | Strict | Filters weak signals |
| Risk | 2% | Fixed |
| Take Profit | 0.75% | Quick capture |
| Stop Loss | 0.80% | Handles volatility |
| Direction | Buy & Sell | Both sides |
5M Backtest Results: 
1H vs 5M — Key Observation
Even with identical core logic, the difference in timeframe creates two distinct behaviors:
- 1H: fewer signals, cleaner structure, more controlled movement
- 5M: more signals, faster reactions, higher exposure to noise
This highlights how the same system can be adapted depending on whether the goal is stability or frequency.
Presets
Instead of uploading individual preset files for each post, all configurations are organized in a single collection.
For presets, message me directly.
This makes it easier to share updated versions and new configurations over time.
Free Until the End of 2026
Nova RVI Trader is completely free until the end of 2026.
The goal is to allow traders to explore different setups and understand how this strategy behaves across various market conditions.
