What should my OBS settings be for twitch?

Bitrate Rule of Thumb

• For 720p video at 30 frames per second, we recommend 1,500 to 4,000 kbps.
• For 720p video at 60 frames per second, we recommend 2,500 to 5,000 kbps.
• For 1080p video at 30 frames per second, we recommend 3,000 to 6,000 kbps.
• For 1080p video at 60 frames per second, we recommend 4,500 to 9,000 kbps.

What should I set up before streaming on Twitch?

If you want your stream to look and sound like those of some of the most popular streamers, you should consider the following:

1. Set up scenes in OBS Studio before the stream.
2. Prepare a welcome screen, a BRB screen, and an end screen.
3. Start using overlays.
4. Add alerts to your streams.
5. Check out some Twitch extensions.

What bitrate should I stream at Twitch 2021?

The best bitrate for 1080p 60fps on Twitch is 6,000 kbps provided if you have a strong internet connection. However, you can opt for 1080p 30fps that requires at least 4,500kbps if you have a slower connection.

How do I get a smooth stream?

8 OBS tips to make your stream run smoothly

1. Use your Graphics Card for Encoding.
2. Load your Overlay from a single Browser Source.
3. Adjust Video Bitrate.
4. You can set your Video Bitrate in Settings > Output > Streaming.
5. Advanced Encoder Settings.
6. There are a couple of hidden settings within Settings > Output > Streaming.

What should I do before my first stream?

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1. Brand and Plan Your Twitch Channel.
2. Set Up Your Twitch Profile.
3. Create a Twitch Channel Trailer to Play When You’re Offline.
4. Get Familiar with Your Streaming Software (OBS, Streamlabs, XSplit)
5. Set Up Stream Chatbots and Stream Alerts.
6. Get Familiar with Your Stream Hardware.

What to do before starting streaming?

So, here are 10 important tips when starting a Twitch channel.

1. Make sure your mic isn’t horrible.
2. Have a good internet connection.
3. Get a webcam.
4. Make a HUD.
5. Stream something that people watch, but don’t stream.
6. Get a chat bot.
7. Interact with your viewers.
8. Talk to someone when you are streaming.

Should I stream at 720p or 900p?

So, what bitrate should I stream at then? If you are not a Partnered streamer yet, we recommend the Twitch Affiliate bitrate to be in the region of 4500-6000kbps. In addition to that, it is best to go for 720p-900p 60fps settings to ensure you have a stable stream at optimal quality.

Why does my twitch stream look fuzzy?

The higher your resolution, the sharper/clearer your stream image. The higher your FPS, the smoother your image as frame data is sent to Twitch more frequently. However, increasing your resolution and framerate without having an appropriate bitrate to match can leave your image blocky and blurry.

Is it better to run OBS as administrator?

By running OBS as admin, you give it priority over other things, like your game …. hence FPS drops. YOur computer is doing EXACTLY what you are telling it to. so, either get a more powerful PC, or adjust your settings (either OBS or your game) to reduce hardware utilization requirements.