AV1
Next Gen Encoding

What is AV1?

A next-gen video codec that provides you with better quality and smaller file sizes.

The Future of Video Compression

AV1 is an open-source, next-generation video codec that is built for high-quality video at much smaller file sizes. It is fast becoming the future of video compression for modern times.

Why use the AV1 codec format?

  • Free & Open: No licenses required, unlike H.265
  • Industry Support: Supported by Google, Netflix, Amazon, and others
  • Efficient Streaming: Small files mean quick downloads and lower bandwidth consumption
  • Better Compression: Reduces the file sizes, keeping the quality either the same or improving

    • Quality Comparison

    H.265 / HEVC

    Up to 30% Better Compression

    Superior quality at significantly smaller file sizes

    Comparison 1 Comparison 2

    H.264 / AVC

    Up to 50% Better Compression

    Massive file size reduction with enhanced quality

    Comparison 1 Comparison 2

    Recommended Players

    BEST

    MPV

    Lightweight & powerful video player with excellent AV1 support

    MPC-HC

    Media Player Classic with latest codec updates

    Skybox VR

    VR player with excellent AV1 video support

    Most modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge also support AV1 playback

    Advanced: Film Grain Control

    For encodes that require film-grain processing (Except NF WEB-DL), use this specialized tool to add or remove grain as needed.

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