Why is my recording lagging OBS?

The solution is to go into the OBS Studio settings, and change the CPU priority from “Normal” to either “Above Normal” or “High.” This should fix your issue, but if it does not reinstall the software.

How do I make OBS run smoother when recording?

Here are some ways you can reduce resource utilization and, hopefully, make both OBS and your programs run faster while encoding:

1. Downscale your output resolution.
2. Lower your frame rate.
3. Change your x264 preset.
4. Try Quicksync, AMF, or NVENC.
5. Check your sources.
6. Upgrade your hardware.

How do I stop OBS stuttering?

How to Stop Dropped Frames in OBS

1. Reduce the resolution of your streams. In general, the higher the stream resolution, the higher the CPU usage.
2. Reduce the bitrate of your streams.
3. If live streaming over WiFi try using an ethernet cable.
4. Check your firewall settings.
5. Broadcast to a server that is closest to you.

How do you make a recording less laggy?

Ways to reduce lag

1. Close all other tabs and applications.
2. Restart your computer.
3. If possible, record your browser tab instead of your entire desktop (tab recordings use fewer resources)
4. Limit your recording resolution.

How do I stop stuttering on OBS?

Why is my recording laggy?

Screen recording is an inherently CPU-intensive process. Therefore, some lag is possible if you have many competing programs, applications, and processes running while you’re recording.

How do I stop my game from recording lag on OBS?

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1. Restart OBS.
2. Start your stream/recording for about 30 seconds. Make sure you replicate any issues as best you can, which means having any games/apps open and captured, etc.
3. Stop your stream/recording.
4. Select Help > Log Files > Upload Current Log File.