Streaming can influence performance depending on factors like bandwidth, device capabilities, and network conditions.
Streaming can influence performance depending on factors like bandwidth, device capabilities, and network conditions.
I ran my own quick tests this morning to check how much Xsplit affects my setup during a game session. I was surprised by the results—my performance dropped noticeably in nearly every category, with at least 5 FPS lost across all tests. These numbers are still manageable for casual play, but I’m worried about competitive players like those in CS:GO who rely heavily on low latency and high FPS.
appears poor quality at reduced data rates, for watching videos.
Could you clarify if you're asking about OBS for streaming or something else?
Also consider the budget hardware you're using. The 750 Ti wouldn't be able to manage that level of demand at the same time during gameplay.
The H264 encoder operates independently on your GPU, built to eliminate the performance impact.