[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Gaming

fps unlocked

A mode where the frame rate is not capped, for maximum smoothness.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

FPS unlocked lets a game render as fast as hardware allows, maximising smoothness and responsiveness but using more power and producing more heat.

See FPS limit.

Where fps unlocked Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is fps unlocked?

A mode where the frame rate is not capped, for maximum smoothness.

What terms are related to fps unlocked?

Related Gaming terms include average FPS, fps limit.

Related Technical Terms

average FPS
Average FPS is the mean frame rate over a run, a headline smoothness figure. Gaming
fps limit
A cap on the maximum frame rate a game will render. Gaming
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