Why is my OBS recording very laggy?

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 stop my game recording from lagging 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.

How do I stop OBS from stuttering?

Run OBS as administrator. This will add OBS to the GPU priority list. Turn off psychovisual tuning. This uses CUDA, and should be disabled if you’re encountering encoding lag (which you are).

Why is my OBS video fuzzy?

The cause of the blurriness is your low bitrate. You stream with 2000 bitrate, which is much too low for 720p or 1080p. If you raise the bitrate, make sure you don’t exceed the upload bandwidth of your internet connection.

What is a good bitrate for OBS recording?

Bitrate and Keyframe Interval Bitrate for recording and streaming should be set from 4000 Kbps to 6000 Kbps depending on your bandwidth, frame rate, and video resolution. Plus, note that Keyframe Interval should be set at 2, meaning that the video frame will be rendered every 2 seconds.

Why does my game lag when I stream with OBS?

Laggy livestreams are usually caused by one of two things: you’re either having a problem with your internet connection or you’re overloading your computer. When possible, you should be streaming using a wired connection. Plug that ethernet cable directly from your modem to your computer.

Why is my game lagging while recording?

1. Reduce the video resolution of the recording target. If your game has an option to change the video/display settings, reduce the video resolution and play in windowed mode instead of full screen. It will increase the FPS and reduce the lag.

How do I turn bitrate down on OBS?

Here’s how to adjust the settings in OBS.

1. Click settings in the main window.
2. Select the video tab from the menu.
3. Change the boxes for base and output resolution as well as frame rate to your desired levels.
4. Next, click on the output tab in the menu.
5. Adjust the video bitrate box to your desired level.

How do I improve my OBS quality?

How to Get Best-Quality Screen Recording Video in OBS Studio

1. Balance Your Settings.
2. Set Video Capture Parameters.
3. Set Video Recording Parameters.
4. Set Streaming Parameters for Screen Recording.