rate
The most data per second the server may send you. The game sets a sensible value from your connection speed setting.
rate 80000
Examples
rate 80000
How to use it
- Turn on the console under Settings, Game, Enable Developer Console.
- Press the key under Esc to open it.
- Type rate followed by a value and press Enter.
- To keep the setting, add the same line to your autoexec.cfg.
FAQ
Does rate need sv_cheats?
No. rate is not cheat-protected in CS2's command list, so you can use it in any game.
What is the default value of rate?
The default is 80000. To reset it, type rate 80000 in the console.
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Revision history
- First published. Every command checked against CS2's own cvar and command list (SteamDatabase dump b73cfdeb35, 28 Oct 2026).