rate
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🌐 Network & ConnectionMultiplayer Safe
Command Details
DescriptionMin bytes/sec the host can receive data. Exposed in-game as "Max Acceptable Game Traffic Bandwidth"; 786432 is the Unrestricted option
Default Value
786432Category🌐 Network & Connection
sv_cheatsNot required
Syntax
rate 786432How to Use
1
Open the developer console by pressing the tilde key ~. If it does not open, enable it in Settings → Game → Enable Developer Console.
2
Type rate 786432 into the console and press Enter.
3
Min bytes/sec the host can receive data. Exposed in-game as "Max Acceptable Game Traffic Bandwidth"; 786432 is the Unrestricted option. This command works in all game modes including competitive. The default value is 786432. Browse the full CS2 console command list, or bake this one into a config with the autoexec generator, bind generator or practice config generator.
Related Network & Connection Commands
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does rate do in CS2?
- Min bytes/sec the host can receive data. Exposed in-game as "Max Acceptable Game Traffic Bandwidth"; 786432 is the Unrestricted option
- What is the default value for rate?
- The default value for rate is 786432. You can reset it to this value at any time by typing "rate 786432" in the console.
- Does rate require sv_cheats?
- No, rate does not require sv_cheats. You can use it freely in any game mode, including competitive matchmaking and official Valve servers.
- Can I use rate in competitive?
- Yes, rate works in competitive matchmaking and all other game modes. It is a client-side command that does not require sv_cheats.