To show your FPS in Fortnite, open Settings, go to the Video tab and set Show FPS to On. To show your ping, go to the Game UI tab in the same menu, set Net Debug Stats to On and select Apply; Epic says your network details then appear in the top-left corner of the screen.
Below we cover both settings step by step, what the numbers mean, how console frame rates work, and Epic’s own advice when your ping or FPS looks wrong.
Which Version This Covers
This guide reflects Fortnite as of Chapter 7 Season 4, Fortnite Override, on the v42.20 update. Neither setting is seasonal, but v42.20 did change something that affects ping: North America’s three regions merged into one, with a new subregion setting we cover below.
Both overlays are part of Fortnite’s own settings menu, so no third-party tool is needed on any platform.
How to Show Your FPS
- From the lobby, open the menu in the top-right corner and select Settings (the gear icon).
- Select the Video tab (the monitor icon).
- Scroll down to Show FPS. The community wiki lists it in the Advanced Graphics group, alongside Vsync and Rendering Mode.
- Set it to On and apply.
The counter shows in-game frames per second, and it is the quickest way to check whether a setting change helped. On PC, the same Video tab holds the Frame Rate Limit option. Epic’s help center says the highest cap in Fortnite’s settings is 360 FPS, that Unlimited removes the cap entirely, and that V-Sync locks your frame rate to your monitor’s refresh rate, so turn V-Sync off if you want a limit above or below it.
How Console Frame Rates Work
On console, the FPS counter mostly confirms which mode you are in, because the frame rate is set by the platform. Per Epic’s help center:
- PlayStation 5. Fortnite runs at 60 or 120 FPS only; Epic says 100 FPS is not possible. For 120, set the PS5 to Performance Mode (Settings, Saved Data and Game/App Settings, Game Presets), then turn on 120 FPS Mode in Fortnite’s Video tab. You need a 120Hz display, and Epic says the maximum resolution drops from 4K to 1440p in this mode.
- Xbox Series X and S. Turn on 120Hz in the console’s display settings, then enable 120 FPS Mode in Fortnite’s Video tab. Epic says Series X drops to 1440p and Series S runs at 1080p in this mode.
- Nintendo Switch 2. Epic’s launch post lists 60 FPS, with 2176×1224 in TV mode and 1600×900 in handheld and tabletop mode.
Player guides describe the Show FPS toggle in the Video tab on PlayStation and Xbox as well, but Epic’s help center does not document it per console.
How to Show Your Ping With Net Debug Stats
Per Epic’s help center:
- From the lobby, open the menu in the top-right corner and select Settings.
- Go to the Game UI tab.
- Set Net Debug Stats to On.
- Select Apply at the bottom of the screen.
Your network details now show in the top-left corner. Epic’s steps are the same on every platform, and the community wiki lists the setting among the tab’s HUD options, next to toggles such as Minimap and Elimination Feed. Epic also notes that you may see the word “Disabled” appear repeatedly in the readout. It does not affect your game, and setting Net Debug Stats back to Off removes it.
Reading the Numbers
Epic defines ping as the time it takes your device to reach its servers and back, measured in milliseconds, so lower is better. Player guides describe the Net Debug Stats readout as showing ping, packet loss, and upload and download figures, and Epic’s help center points to the same setting for checking packet loss. Check it during a real match rather than in the lobby, since the numbers that matter are the ones from actual play.
The FPS counter and the network readout measure different problems. A low frame rate with a normal ping is your device struggling to render the game, while a steady frame rate with high ping or packet loss is your connection. If you want to study a laggy fight afterward, our guide on watching replays shows how to rewatch it from any angle.
If Your Ping Is High
Epic’s latency troubleshooting article suggests:
- Restart your modem and router, and play on a wired Ethernet connection, since Wi-Fi adds delay.
- Pause big transfers. Downloads, uploads and video streams on the same network hurt, and Epic says uploads are the most disruptive.
- Turn on QoS or gaming mode on your router, if it has one.
- Contact your internet provider if nothing helps, since routing problems outside your home can raise ping.
Server choice matters too. The v42.20 update notes added a Subregion Preference section under Settings, Game, Language and Region, and Epic says Auto is the best option for most players because it balances fairness, queue times and latency. Our guide on getting into bot lobbies explains why a VPN is not worth it, and turning crossplay off can lengthen queues, as our crossplay guide covers. For more, see every Fortnite guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Show FPS in Fortnite? In Settings, on the Video tab. The community wiki lists it in the Advanced Graphics group.
How do I see my ping in Fortnite? Turn on Net Debug Stats in the Game UI tab of Settings and apply. Your network details appear in the top-left corner.
Why does Net Debug Stats say Disabled? Epic says this can appear repeatedly and does not affect play. Turn Net Debug Stats off to hide it.
Can Fortnite run at 120 FPS on PS5? Yes, with the PS5 set to Performance Mode, a 120Hz display, and 120 FPS Mode on in Fortnite’s Video tab. Epic says 60 and 120 are the only options.
Does Net Debug Stats work on console? Epic’s steps for Net Debug Stats are the same on every platform and do not exclude consoles.