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30 FPS Or 60 FPS For Screen Recording?
Choose a frame rate for the actual movement on your screen, then test performance and file size.
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- 15 fps: an available option for mostly static screens where less fluid motion is acceptable.
- 30 fps: a practical starting point for interface tutorials, presentations and software bug reports.
- 60 fps: an available option for faster motion. Test your own PC, storage and capture area before a long session.
Make An Honest Comparison
Record the same short sequence at two rates and inspect the saved MP4 files. Look for readable text, smooth movement, dropped frames and the storage used. More frames require more capture and encoding work; the option is not a guarantee of 4K at 60 fps on your hardware.
Animated GIF recording is capped at 30 fps and has no sound. For longer recordings, start with MP4. Use the file size calculator with the measured MB per minute from your own sample.