What is video hardware transcoding?

What is video hardware transcoding?

This process is also referred to as video format conversion, but transcoding is more often used in streaming media and live conversion of media files. Transcoding isn’t just about compatibility; it’s also used to create multiple video versions to stream at different quality levels, depending on available bandwidth.

Does video transcoding use CPU or GPU?

Looking at this process, we can see that the two mandatory steps, decoding (1) and encoding (4), both require CPU power. This means that a good and stable CPU always sets the basis for your transcoding performance. However, not in all cases, the CPU is the limiting force – especially when heavy GPU power is required.

What is transcoding equipment?

Transcoding is a digital-to-digital conversion of one type of encoded data (video or audio) to another, often because the target device that will be used to display the content requires a smaller file size. Think about watching a feature film on a smartphone and you’ll get the idea.

Is Plex a transcoding?

Using the free, software-based transcoding in Plex Media Server, home computers can seamlessly convert and stream video in real-time to any Plex app. Some computers with more powerful processors can even stream multiple videos at once, especially at lower qualities.

What GPU do I need to stream?

What are the minimum requirements for a streaming PC? We recommend having no less than a AMD Ryzen 5 3600 for your processor and a GTX 1660TI as your graphics card.

How do I transcode in Plex?

Navigate to Settings > Server > Transcoder to access the server settings. Turn on Show Advanced in the upper-right corner to expose advanced settings. Turn on Use hardware acceleration when available . Click Save Changes at the bottom.

What is 4K transcode?

Transsizing refers specifically to resizing the video frame, say, from a resolution of 3840×2160 (4K UHD) down to 1920×1080 (1080p) or 1280×720 (720p).

How do I force Plex to transcode with GPU?

2. Enable hardware acceleration

1. Open the Plex Web app.
2. Navigate to Settings > Server > Transcoder to access the server settings.
3. Turn on Show Advanced in the upper-right corner to expose advanced settings.
4. Turn on Use hardware acceleration when available .
5. Click Save Changes at the bottom.