Although we accept just about any video and audio codecs, frame rates, bitrates, resolutions, and aspect ratios, there are some settings that will result in a better experience. By following these compression guidelines, you can ensure the best possible video quality and playback performance with SproutVideo.
Video
Container: MP4
Codec: H.264
- Progressive scan (no interlacing)
- Chroma subsampling: 4:2:0
Frame rate: Up to 60 FPS
Recommended resolutions and bitrates:
| Type | Video Bitrate, Standard Frame Rate | Video Bitrate, High Frame Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 360p | 1 Mbps | 1.5 Mbps |
| 480p | 2.5 Mbps | 4 Mbps |
| 720p | 5 Mbps | 7.5 Mbps |
| 1080p | 8 Mbps | 12 Mbps |
| 1440p (2k) | 16 Mbps | 24 Mbps |
| 2160p (4k) | 35-45 Mbps | 53-68 Mbps |
| 4320p (8K) | 70-90 Mbps | 100-120 Mbps |
Audio
Codec: AAC (Advanced Audio Codec)
Bit Rate: up to 192 kbps
Sample rate: 44.1 kHz
Channels: 2 channel stereo
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