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Video Convertor Software - Enquiries - 07-06-2024
I've used video conversion software in the free version and changed to video resolution from 480P to 1280P. In PLEX I notice better video quality and would now consider converting all my videos using this software. Have you evaluated any of these softwares? Using my NAS for PLEX is there a downside? How do they work, is it just built around something like Handbrake? I'd love to see your video on the subject. Thanks, I really appreciate your work.
RE: Video Convertor Software - ed - 07-12-2024
When it comes to video conversion software for improving your media library’s quality for PLEX, there are a few options that are worth considering. Many of these programs do indeed use engines similar to HandBrake, which is a highly respected open-source video transcoder.
Popular Video Conversion Software:
HandBrake: Free and open-source, it's incredibly powerful and can handle most video conversion tasks. It’s often the backbone for many paid software solutions due to its robust features.
Wondershare UniConverter: A paid software that offers a user-friendly interface, batch processing, and high-speed conversion. It’s great for users who want a bit more ease of use compared to HandBrake.
Any Video Converter: Available in both free and paid versions, it supports a wide range of formats and offers additional features like video downloading and basic editing.
Movavi Video Converter: Another paid option that focuses on simplicity and speed, making it a good choice if you’re looking for an intuitive interface and quick results.
Using Your NAS for PLEX:
Using your NAS to store and stream videos via PLEX is a great setup, but there are a few things to keep in mind. Transcoding on the fly, especially from lower to higher resolutions, can be resource-intensive. If your NAS has a powerful CPU (like an Intel Celeron or better), it will handle this more smoothly. The downside is that high-resolution files take up more space and require more processing power to stream, which might stress lower-end NAS models.