rate
Maximum data your connection can receive. Tells the server how many bytes per second your connection can receive. The default 786432 (about 6 Mbps) is the maximum and is right for almost every connection; only lower it on a very slow or unstable connection.
rate 786432
Syntax
rate <bytes per second> · Default value: 786432
Examples
rate 786432
How to use rate in CS2
- Enable the developer console in Settings › Game › Enable Developer Console.
- Press ~ to open the console, type the command and press Enter.
- To apply it every time you launch CS2, add the line to an
autoexec.cfgfile in your cfg folder.
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rate FAQ
What does rate do in CS2?
Maximum data your connection can receive. Tells the server how many bytes per second your connection can receive. The default 786432 (about 6 Mbps) is the maximum and is right for almost every connection; only lower it on a very slow or unstable connection.
What is the default value of rate?
The default value of rate in CS2 is 786432.
Does rate need sv_cheats?
No. rate works without sv_cheats, including in official matchmaking.