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We've compiled a list of 9 free and paid alternatives to x264. The primary competitors include FFmpeg, QuickTime Player. In addition to these, users also draw comparisons between x264 and DivX, Xvid, Subler. Also you can look at other similar options here: Video and Movies Software.


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Subler
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x264 is a free software library for encoding video streams into the H.264/MPEG-4 AVC format.

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x264 Overview

x264 is a free software library for encoding video streams into the H.264/MPEG-4 AVC format.

Encoder features

8x8 and 4x4 adaptive spatial transform
Adaptive B-frame placement
B-frames as references / arbitrary frame order
CAVLC/CABAC entropy coding
Custom quantization matrices
Intra: all macroblock types (16x16, 8x8, 4x4, and PCM with all predictions)
Inter P: all partitions (from 16x16 down to 4x4)
Inter B: partitions from 16x16 down to 8x8 (including skip/direct)
Interlacing (MBAFF)
Multiple reference frames
Ratecontrol: constant quantizer, constant quality, single or multipass ABR, optional VBV
Scenecut detection
Spatial and temporal direct mode in B-frames, adaptive mode selection
Parallel encoding on multiple CPUs
Predictive lossless mode
Psy optimizations for detail retention (adaptive quantization, psy-RD, psy-trellis)
Zones for arbitrarily adjusting bitrate distribution

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