OBS Studio – Free Video Recording & Live Streaming Software
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OBS Studio oBS Studio is a free, open-source software for video recording and live streaming. Trusted by millions of content creators and streamers, OBS offers powerful features for capturing and mixing video and audio in real-time.
Key Features
- High performance real-time video capture
- Unlimited scenes and sources
- Stream to Twitch, YouTube, Facebook
- Record in MP4 or FLV format
- Studio mode with scene preview
- Audio mixer with filters
System Requirements
Windows 10+, macOS 11+, or Ubuntu 20.04+ | 4 GB RAM | DirectX 11 GPU
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- Windows: Download Windows Version
- Mac: Download Mac Version
- Linux: Download Linux Version
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Pros & Cons Analysis
Pros
- Completely free and open-source
- High-quality recording up to 4K
- Support for multiple streaming platforms
- Extensive plugin ecosystem
- Scene transitions and audio mixing
Cons
- Steep learning curve for beginners
- Can be CPU-intensive during recording
- UI can be overwhelming initially
- Limited mobile support
System Requirements
- Windows 10/11 64-bit
- macOS 11 Big Sur or later
- Ubuntu 20.04 or later
- Intel i5 4th gen or AMD Ryzen equivalent
- 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended)
- DirectX 11 compatible GPU