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I’m just beginning streaming and want to improve my setup. Here are some details about my PC: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/Infamou...ved/TyTLkL
1) How can I lower the delay of my Twitch stream?
2) My spare GPU is an EVGA 1060 with 6GB RAM. Could adding it help?
3) Should I use GeForce Experience or OBS for streaming? Which is better?
4) OBS supports x264 encoding on CPU or NVENC H.264 on GPU. Which is more suitable for my system?
5) Does Twitch cap streams at 3500 kbps? Is that accurate? Does YouTube allow higher bitrates? My current streams run smoothly at 720p 60fps. I aim for the best and most stable feed. I’ve shared my speed test results here: http://beta.speedtest.net/result/6494192197
Please add a streaming forum to my profile since I’m in the PC Gaming section, as that seems most relevant. Thanks!
Check your partner or associate status; the slowdown mainly stems from Twitch assigning lower priority to your channel versus partnered streamers. No. NVENC impacts performance minimally on supported GPUs. GeForce Experience is simpler to configure but less adaptable than OBS. I’d choose OBS. It depends on your needs; NVENC struggles at lower bitrates versus x264, though both can yield acceptable results. I’d test x264 and upgrade your CPU if you notice lag, or switch to NVENC. Twitch recently increased their global bitrate to 6000kbps. YouTube/YouTube Gaming supports up to 51,000kbps, but faster uploads are required to reach that level.
Jade here. Let's tackle your questions one by one.
1) Getting partner or associate status on Twitch can be tricky for newcomers. You can start by searching for "Twitch partner requirements" or "how to become a Twitch partner." Many guides will walk you through the steps and eligibility criteria.
2) Regarding bitrate: A 6000kbps upload speed is quite high. For most streaming setups, especially with modern hardware, a bitrate around 6mbps is typically recommended for good quality without excessive bandwidth use. Your current 9.60mbps upload should comfortably support this level.
Partner: Join a "big" streamer (most people think it means steady over 500 views). Associate: I noticed some get associate roles with just ten steady viewers. I’d test 6000kbps first; if it causes lag in games, lower it by 200-500kbps and go through the steps again until smooth. You should handle 6000kbps without issues, but feel free to adjust.
Regarding bitrate, I'm not sure if it has changed recently. It's been a few years since my last streaming session. On Twitch, you don't usually find a quality switcher unless you're a partner. That means your audience needs at least 5-10 Mbps download speed to enjoy a 720p60 stream with high resolution and over 3500 bitrate. Of course, many people already have that or can manage it on mobile devices. As a beginner, you might be able to get decent quality with 720p30 and a bitrate between 2500-3000. For many viewers who just browse channels, content quality often takes precedence over technical specs. There are forums where people discuss this topic, but for software, apps, and websites, they tend to be more helpful. They're better suited when you're focusing on setup, configuration, and overall streaming quality.
On Twitch there isn't a strict maximum bitrate I've discovered. I've streamed at 10Mbps and 20Mbps without problems for some time. Streaming at higher bitrates can have drawbacks, especially for new streamers—lower viewer counts might affect a 10Mbps stream compared to a 6000Kbps one. Also, Twitch tends to reduce stream quality under certain conditions. I currently settle around 6Mbps.