The apex frame rate, specifically in Apex Legends, refers to the maximum frames per second (fps) the game officially supports for output. According to the provided reference, Apex Legends currently only supports the maximum output of 300 fps.
Frame rate is a crucial factor in gaming performance, representing how many individual images, or frames, your display shows per second. A higher frame rate generally results in smoother gameplay and potentially faster reaction times.
Understanding the 300 FPS Limit
While monitors can display frames at various refresh rates (e.g., 60Hz, 144Hz, 240Hz), games themselves render frames at their own pace, limited by system hardware and software constraints. For Apex Legends, the game engine itself currently has a supported maximum output limit.
The reference explicitly states:
- APEX Legends currently only supports the maximum output of 300 fps.
This means that even if your computer hardware is powerful enough to render frames faster than 300 fps, the game's engine is designed to cap the output at this number under normal, supported circumstances.
In-Game Settings and Commands
It's worth noting that players might encounter different frame rate settings or commands that appear to offer higher limits. The reference mentions:
- Checking in-game frame rate settings limits set to "360 fps" or "unlimited".
- Checking for console commands that might cap your fps in-game.
These settings or commands might exist within the game files or user configurations, but the core supported output remains 300 fps as stated in the reference. Setting an in-game limit higher than 300 fps might not necessarily translate to the game outputting frames above this supported maximum. These higher limits might be legacy options or related to how the engine processes frames internally before the final output limit is applied.
Practical Implications
For most players, achieving a stable frame rate of 60 fps or higher is the primary goal for a smooth experience. Competitive players often aim for frame rates matching or exceeding their monitor's refresh rate (e.g., 144 fps for a 144Hz monitor) to benefit from the increased visual fluidity.
While the supported maximum output is 300 fps, reaching and maintaining this frame rate requires significant hardware resources. Players troubleshooting frame rate issues should:
- Ensure their in-game frame rate settings are not artificially capping their performance below the desired level (but remember the 300 fps supported output limit).
- Check for any custom configurations or launch options that might impose a frame rate cap.
- Optimize game settings for performance.
- Ensure graphics drivers are up to date.
In summary, while game settings or commands might suggest higher numbers, the current supported maximum frame rate output for Apex Legends, as specified by the reference, is 300 fps.
