Resolution & Bitrate Guide
For more information on balancing quality and latency, please see this blog post.
Recommended Bitrates per Resolution
The following recommendations correspond with a standard framerate of 24 or 30fps.
| Resolution | Maximum (kbps) | Recommended (kbps) | Minimum (kbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240p (426×240) | 700 | 400 | 300 |
| 360p (640×360) | 1000 | 750 | 400 |
| 480p (854×480) | 2000 | 1000 | 500 |
| 720p (1280×720) | 4000 | 2500 | 1500 |
| 1080p (1920×1080) | 6000 | 4500 | 3000 |
For 2K or 4K streaming with 30fps:
| Resolution | Recommended (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| 1440p or “2K” (2560×1440) | 6 to 10mbps |
| 4K (3849×2160) | 10-25mbps |
For 2K or 4K streaming with 60fps:
| Resolution | Recommended (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| 1440p or “2K” (2560×1440) | 16mbps |
| 4K (3849×2160) | 35-465mbps |
Note: if you broadcast a high-resolution stream with a low bitrate and/or framerate, then the quality of the stream will drop significantly, and some browsers may resize the subscriber video.