OBS settings to stream Ps5 gameplay 1080/1440p
First thing first.
Things you need for this to work.
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Ps5
2.Capture card
3.Internet connection 20mbps upload speed at least
OBS
Add Sources to capture
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Video capture - Capture Device
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Audio Capture - Capture Device
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Mic capture - USB/Bluetooth Headphone
Now Settings
Video
Base canvas ( Check your capture card) 2560x1440 - - -This is for 1440p
1920x1080 - - - This is for 1080p
Outpur Canvas. 2560x1440
1920x1440
Downscalle filter Resolution match, no downscalling
( match the canvas and output)
Common FPS value. 60
Output
Streaming
Audio Encoder CoreAudio AAC
Video Encoder Apple VT H264 Hardware Encoder
Rescale output Disabled
Encoder setting
Rate control. CBR
Bitrate 8000-12000(I am using 12000kbps)
Keyframe interval 2s
Profile High
Use B frame check/yes
Spatial AQ Enable
Audio
Audio Bitrate 192
Done this is best for streaming on YouTube. Also in stream, check Ignore streaming service setting recommendations.
Now for best Recording setting with not so big file size.
Output
Recording
Recording format - Mpeg4 ( I edit on imovies )
Video encoder. - Apple VT HEVC Hardware `Encoder
Audio Encoder.- CoreAudio AAC
Rescale output - Disable
Encoder setting
Rate control -- CRF
Quality - 60( perfect spot)
profile- Main
Use B Frame- yes
Spatial AQ- Automatic
Enjoy your streaming and recording quality now.
Posted Mar 2, 2026, 4:08 PM UTC