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About Codec Reference
Compare video codecs — H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1, ProRes, DNxHR — with quality, file size, browser support, and hardware decoding details.
How It Works
Browse and compare codecs with compression efficiency, container support, browser compatibility, and recommended use cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which codec should I use?
H.264 for compatibility, H.265 for smaller files, VP9 for web/YouTube, AV1 for best quality-to-size ratio.
Codec vs container?
A codec (H.264) compresses the data. A container (MP4, MKV) wraps video, audio, and metadata together.