I’m planning a NAS/media server build for general centralized storage + Jellyfin to stream my media library, which consists of a mix of AVC, HEVC, and AV1 encoded videos. I’ll be watching on various devices, primarily on the living room TV w/ a Chromecast. The Chromecast is capable of playing AV1 videos (I know this b/c it says “direct playing” in the Jellyfin media info panel).
Given that my Chromecast is capable of direct playing AV1 encodes, when source the parts for my new server build, does my new server also need to be capable of AV1 transcoding or does this capability only matter if the client device doesn’t support AV1 video? I ask because I’ll possibly source my build from used parts, and the answer to this question may impact which generation Intel processors I focus on. I’m currently focusing on 12th gen i5-12400 b/c it has QSV capabilities and supports AV1, but if AV1 support isn’t needed for my server, then I may look for older gens to save a few bucks. Thank you!
curbstickle@anarchist.nexus 3 weeks ago
Only an impact if the client device doesnt support av1. Then it needs to transcode.
The “various devices” you mention are your potential pitfalls here.
barnaclebill@lemmy.dbzer0.com 3 weeks ago
I’ll double check my various devices’ specs before I move forward. Thanks for confirming that.
illusionist@lemmy.zip 3 weeks ago
Also if you want another resolution. Then it’ll also transcode afaik.
CmdrShepard49@sh.itjust.works 3 weeks ago
Consider any future clients you might have or if you decide to share with other people the clients they have. I personally think it’s worth spending a few extra bucks now to ensure compatibility in the future.