cl_showfps
Shows a frame-rate counter at the top of the screen.
cl_showfps 1
Values
| Value | Effect | |
|---|---|---|
| cl_showfps 0 | Off | Default |
| cl_showfps 1 | FPS | |
| cl_showfps 2 | Smoothed FPS | |
| cl_showfps 3 | Server frame time (ms) | |
| cl_showfps 4 | FPS, also logged to a file |
Examples
cl_showfps 1
bind "f3" "toggle cl_showfps 0 1"
How to use it
- Turn on the console under Settings, Game, Enable Developer Console.
- Press the key under Esc to open it.
- Type cl_showfps followed by a value and press Enter.
- To keep the setting, add the same line to your autoexec.cfg.
Binds that use cl_showfps
FAQ
Does cl_showfps need sv_cheats?
No. cl_showfps is not cheat-protected in CS2's command list, so you can use it in any game.
What is the default value of cl_showfps?
The default is 0. To reset it, type cl_showfps 0 in the console.
More fps commands
Revision history
- First published. Every command checked against CS2's own cvar and command list (SteamDatabase dump b73cfdeb35, 28 Oct 2026).