Frames per second (FPS) in CS2 directly impact gameplay smoothness and performance. Here's how to control your FPS settings effectively.

What Are Frames Per Second? FPS represents how many times your screen updates per second. While 60 FPS is sufficient for most games, CS2 players often aim for 90-120 FPS due to the game's focus on quick reactions. However, anything between 60-90 FPS is typically adequate for most players.

How to Cap FPS

1. Enable Developer Console:

• Open CS2 Settings
• Go to Game tab
• Set "Enable Developer Console" to Yes
• Press ~ to open console

2. Use the command:

   fps_max YOUR_DESIRED_FPS_VALUE

   (Use values between 60-240, or 0 to uncap)

How to Uncap FPS Simply enter

fps_max 0

in the console to remove FPS limitations.

Display FPS Counter Use

cl_showfps 1

to show FPS counter Use

cl_showfps 0

to hide it

Improve FPS Performance

• Lower video settings in Settings > Video > Advanced Video
• Set graphics to medium or low
• Disable unnecessary visual features
• Consider your monitor's refresh rate
• Evaluate Vsync settings (may introduce input lag)

Important Considerations:

• Monitor refresh rate limits visible FPS
• Uncapped FPS may strain hardware
• Balance between performance and stability
• Lower settings for older systems

Remember: Most players won't notice improvements beyond 90 FPS, so focus on stable performance rather than maximum frames.

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