Steam to show framerate data

Steam is preparing a “Framerate Estimator” that would display expected frames per second for games directly on store pages. (arstechnica.com) Dataminers found explicit “Framerate Estimator” text strings in the Steam client update’s store UI JSON dated April 3, 2026, suggesting a UI where users pick an app and a PC configuration. (filmogaz.com) Valve added an opt‑in setting on March 9, 2026, that allows Steam to collect anonymized framerate telemetry; Steam’s patch notes say the data is stored “without connection to your Steam account.” (store.steampowered.com) Early reporting and beta notes say the feature will initially focus on SteamOS devices, including Steam Deck, where Valve is already gathering performance data from testers. (games.gg) The estimator appears designed to pool real‑world FPS samples tied to hardware profiles—CPU, graphics card, memory—and present a chart of estimated framerates for a given configuration. (videocardz.com) Steam already offers an in‑game Performance Monitor that reports FPS and distinguishes base frames from frame‑generation systems like NVIDIA DLSS or AMD FSR; Valve’s support pages explain those differences. (help.steampowered.com) Recent client updates also let users auto‑attach hardware specs to Steam reviews and beef up Steam Deck Verified feedback, changes rolled out in beta builds earlier this year. (steamcommunity.com) Forum users and privacy watchers on ResetEra and other sites have raised questions about telemetry despite Valve’s anonymization claims; reporting notes the opt‑in toggle and ongoing debate. (resetera.com) Valve has not published a consumer launch date for a framerate estimator; the current evidence comes from beta notes and datamined client files, so broader rollout will depend on collected telemetry and testing. (arstechnica.com)