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: There is a strong consensus that CPU encoding (software) is superior to GPU hardware encoding (NVENC/VCE) for long-term storage, as it produces smaller files with better detail preservation. Tools of the Trade
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“I find that X265 can fall apart a little bit during dark scenes unless you increase the file size. I'd also like to mention that if you choose to go AV1 although Plex supports it there are many clients... that don't.” Reddit · r/handbrake · 6 months ago : There is a strong consensus that CPU
“you will come out with a satisfyingly small file... You just need to be willing to spend around 20 hours on a BluRay encode with a fairly current high-end CPU.” Reddit · r/DataHoarder · 8 years ago I'd also like to mention that if you
Users also warn about the compatibility trade-off that comes with the newest formats.
