Understanding the Role of Video Codecs in 4K and 8K Streaming

Why It’s The Right Codec For 4K and 8K Streaming

Now let’s say that you’re attempting to view this really sharp 4K or 8K video on a small display, but none of it appears very sharp or clear whatsoever. The reason for that might be the codec that is used for streaming. When you wish to play videos with wonderful quality, selecting the best codec is of great significance.

4K and 8K Streaming: A Video Codec Guide

So which video codecs should you use for streaming those great 4K and 8K videos? Some of the most common codecs include:

H.264: Also known as AVC (Advanced Video Coding) This makes H.264 format used for most of streaming because it reduces the size of the videos, working on various different devices. That means you can stream videos on your phone, tablet or computer hiccup-free. It works well for HD videos, but it is not the most suitable for 4K and 8K streaming.