{"id":42324,"date":"2024-05-10T08:00:17","date_gmt":"2024-05-10T16:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projectgo.pro\/?p=42324"},"modified":"2024-05-17T00:52:28","modified_gmt":"2024-05-17T08:52:28","slug":"what-is-hevc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projectgo.pro\/it\/what-is-hevc\/","title":{"rendered":"What is HEVC? High-Efficiency Video Coding Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"

HEVC<\/strong> stands for High Efficiency Video Coding<\/strong>, also known as H.265<\/strong>. It is the successor to Advanced Video Coding (AVC), also known as H.264, which is one of the compression schemes used by Blu-ray.<\/p>\n

But what does this mean in practical terms, and is it beneficial to use?<\/p>\n

In today’s article, you’ll learn what HEVC is, its benefits, and when to use it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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What is HEVC in Simple Words<\/h2>\n
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High-Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), or H.265<\/strong>, is the cutting-edge successor to AVC (Advanced Video Coding)<\/strong>, known as H.264, which you might recognize from Blu-ray compression.<\/p>\n

HEVC’s mission is to deliver AVC’s picture quality but with even tighter compression<\/strong>, meaning less data to handle. This becomes crucial for the future of 4K\/Ultra HD content, including broadcasts, Blu-rays, and beyond.<\/p>\n

HEVC steps up the game by using coding tree units (CTUs) instead of H.264’s macroblocks<\/strong>, allowing for processing blocks up to 64×64 in size \u2013 a leap in efficiency for compressing data.<\/p>\n

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With growing support across devices, from smartphones to professional video equipment, the HEVC codec shines by offering high-quality video at lower bitrates or even better quality at the same bitrates<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

This efficiency makes it ideal for streaming<\/strong>, significantly reducing file sizes without sacrificing visual fidelity, perfect for live video enthusiasts seeking top-notch stream quality.<\/p>\n

You can also expect higher-quality video without requiring additional storage space or consuming extra data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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HEVC codecs come with support for high dynamic range (HDR)<\/strong> and other cutting-edge video features, offering enhanced visual quality and richer video details.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind, though, that HEVC demands more computing power<\/strong> due to its more complex encoding and decoding processes compared to older video standards. Thankfully, as our devices become more powerful, this challenge is steadily diminishing.<\/p>\n

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HEVC Benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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HEVC has different benefit, but there is one main advantage that we should mention first.<\/p>\n

Why To Use HEVC<\/h3>\n

The standout advantage of H.265 over H.264 is its ability to deliver equivalent or superior visual quality at half the bitrate<\/strong>. This efficiency in the HEVC codec means transmission bandwidth is utilized more effectively, ensuring top-notch visual quality at a lower cost.<\/p>\n

For instance, streaming in 1080p with H.265 requires only 2-3Mbps<\/strong>, a significant reduction from the 4-5Mbps needed with H.264. This positions the HEVC standard as a benchmark for high-quality performance across various applications<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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