Best OBS Settings for Apex Legends
Quick Answer: Apex is fast. You need 60fps output. Use
NVENC encoding to save CPU. Cap your in-game FPS to 140 to prevent GPU overload
(Rendering
Lag).
The Golden Settings
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Encoder | NVIDIA NVENC H.264 (New) |
| Bitrate | 6,000 Kbps (Twitch) / 12,000 Kbps (YouTube) |
| Keyframe Interval | 2s |
| Preset | P6 (Slower) - Best Quality |
Why these settings?
Apex Legends has very detailed textures and fast motion. If your bitrate is too low, the ground will look blurry when you slide. 6,000 Kbps is the absolute minimum for 1080p.
Common Issue: Stuttering Stream
If your game feels smooth (144fps) but the stream looks like a slideshow, your GPU is maxed out. Solution: Run OBS as Administrator and Cap your in-game frame rate.
Get Your Custom Config
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