Equipment · OBS · Overlays · Growth · 40+ Steps
| Setting | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Output Resolution | 1920x1080 (1080p) |
| FPS | 30 (if CPU limited) or 60 |
| Bitrate (Twitch) | 4500-6000 kbps |
| Bitrate (YouTube) | 6000-9000 kbps |
| Encoder | NVENC (GPU) preferred over x264 (CPU) |
| Rate Control | CBR (Constant Bitrate) |
| Audio Bitrate | 160 kbps |
| Item | Budget | Upgrade |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone | $60 (ATR2100x) | $250 (SM7B + interface) |
| Webcam | $70 (Logitech C920) | $200 (Elgato Facecam) |
| Lighting | $25 (ring light) | $100 (Elgato Key Light) |
| Capture Card | Not needed (PC) | $150 (Elgato HD60) |
| Stream Deck | Phone app (free) | $150 (Elgato Stream Deck) |
| Second Monitor | $100 used | $200+ |