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Gaming
1% low
The 1% low is a frame-rate measure of the slowest 1% of frames, showing stutter.
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
The 1% low is the average of the slowest 1% of frames in a run. It reveals stutter and hitches that a plain average frame rate hides, so it is a key smoothness metric.
See average FPS and frame time.
Where 1% low Matters
Graphics Cards
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1% low?
The 1% low is a frame-rate measure of the slowest 1% of frames, showing stutter.
What terms are related to 1% low?
Related Gaming terms include frame pacing, frame time.