3.1
4400 reviews
Lightweight game capture with built-in FPS tracking
- Records desktop or gameplay footage in the background
- Takes screenshots with hotkeys and timed intervals
- Shows a movable FPS counter in any screen corner
- Captures game audio and microphone input together
Ideal for
- Windows XP and later rigs
- 30-Second unregistered captures
- Screenshot hotkey workflows
Speed & Reliability
7 / 10Launch speed, shutter lag, autofocus speed, and overall stability.Capture Quality
6 / 10Quality of images or scans, including HDR, low-light, and OCR precision.Camera Controls
5 / 10Manual controls available: ISO, focus, exposure, timer, and pro settings.
FRAPS stands out for lightweight gameplay capture and a handy FPS overlay that stays out of the way. The trade-off is clear: unregistered recordings are capped at 30 seconds with a watermark, and there are no video conversion tools built in.
