In game FPS limiter vs. RTS FPS limiter?

I'm currently using an in game frame limiter to cap fps, so my computer doesn't die. However, the highest limit for that is 60fps. I'd like to cap the fps at 100-144, ideally.

It seems that RTSS lets you do this, but does that also have the effect of lowering stress on the cpu / gpu? I've heard people say that the RTSS frame limiter doesn't actually limit how many frames are sent to the GPU, only how many are rendered.

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Does FPS limiter increase performance?

Although initially developed to fix the screen tearing issue, an FPS limiter is effective to prevent the GPU from needlessly exerting itself to produce additional frames, which can cause an unstable frame rate.

What is the best FPS limiter?

Rivatuner Statistics Server (RTSS) is a popular FPS limiter. It is also regarded as one of the best FPS limiters on the market. It is a small utility that can limit FPS and monitor frame rate with On-screen display. RTSS is a CPU level FPS limiter.

Does RTSS cause lag?

"Input lag" Yes, you increase input lag because RTSS buffers 1 frame.

Does limiting FPS reduce performance?

Using a framerate cap will not provide a reduction in screen tearing. Framerate caps simply throttle a number of frames your video card can produce; they do not force the video card to wait until the monitor has begun a new refresh cycle.

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