sv_maxrate Command Help & Examples

Very often, more technical aspects of the CS:GO gameplay, such as certain networking configurations, remain shrouded in mystery, as Valve does not provide lots of information on them. Server rates are a great example of this. Understanding how to control the rate of data usage speed with the sv_maxrate command is an important aspect of CS:GO gameplay. 

What Are Dedicated Server Rates 

Dedicated server rates refer to configurations in the optimal functioning of a server hosting a CS:GO match. Several different types of server rates are important to understand for CS:GO players: 

• Rate – Constraints on the maximal speed of data usage in the game and has virtually no impact on gameplay whatsoever. 
• Command rate – Refers to the commands per second expressed in packets per second (pps). It influences the rate of keystrokes on the server (affecting, for example, jumping). 
• Update rate – The rate at which a client receives server packets. It can affect the calculation of hit registers when set too low. 

What is The sv_maxrate Command in CS:GO?

sv_maxrate is a command that helps you adjust the maximal limit of bytes per second that you request from the server. To set the sv_maxrate command, you need to access the server.cfg file. 

ad internet connection, though, a lower sv_maxrate server setting allows you to have a solid gameplay experience despite the internet speed issues. The command limits how much bandwidth different players on the server can use, effectively enhancing the experience of those with slower connections.

Setting the sv_maxrate high will benefit those with great internet speeds, as this translates to less lag and a more precise hit registry. This is the smart choice if you’re running a scrim server for people with great bandwidth. Here are a few practical examples of sv_maxrate settings based on the above: 

• Low rate  sv_maxrate setting: 6,500;
• Mid-Rate sv_maxrate setting: 15,000;
• High Rate sv_maxrate setting: 25,000.