# Bitrate

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Xeenon supports up to 8000kbps bitrate
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* Bitrate is the number of bits that you're able to process in a given unit of time. It is measured in kilobits per second (Kbps). A higher bitrate allows for a better quality stream, but also requires more bandwidth.
* *Low Quality (480p):* For a standard definition stream, a bitrate range of 800 Kbps to 1.2 Mbps is typically sufficient.
* *Medium Quality (720p):* For high-definition, the bitrate should ideally be between 1.5 to 3 Mbps.
* *High Quality (1080p):* For full HD, aim for a bitrate in the range of 3.5 Mbps to 5 Mbps.
* *Ultra-High Quality (4K):* 4K support is experimental and will require a bitrate of up to 8 Mbps.
* Remember, the bitrate you choose should depend on your bandwidth availability. Always set your bitrate as a factor of not only the resolution but also of your internet upload speed.
  * A good rule of thumb is to not exceed a bitrate that is 25% of your max internet upload speed. This will protect against any temporary intermittence and keep your stream as smooth as possible for the audience.
  * For example, if your max upload speed is 20 mbps, it is best to not exceed 5000kbps (5mbps) bitrate. 
    * *A wired connection is recommended, but not necessary when live streaming. Sticking to the recommendation above should allow you to live stream via WiFi, unless your upload speeds are inconsistent.*