Your upload speed determines the maximum bitrate you can stream reliably. A good rule is to use only 70–75% of your available upload bandwidth for live streaming.
Quick answer table
| Streaming Setup | Minimum Upload Speed | Comfortable Upload Speed |
| 720p 30fps | 5 Mbps | 6–8 Mbps |
| 720p 60fps | 7 Mbps | 8–10 Mbps |
| 1080p 30fps | 8 Mbps | 10–12 Mbps |
| 1080p 60fps | 10 Mbps | 12–20 Mbps |
| 1440p 60fps | 18 Mbps | 20–30 Mbps |
| 4K 30fps | 30 Mbps | 35–50 Mbps |
| 4K 60fps | 45 Mbps | 50–75 Mbps |
Why upload speed matters
If your bitrate is too high for your connection, your stream can drop frames, buffer, and become unstable.
Recommended upload speed by resolution
Use our bandwidth calculator together with the 1080p bitrate guide and 4K bitrate guide to choose a stable setup.