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Question about encoding video (lemmygrad.ml)

submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by LightlyButteredToast@lemmygrad.ml to c/leftpiracy@lemmygrad.ml

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I just set up my first Plex server and found that I have to convert all of my totally legally obtained MKVs to MP4s to run on Plex.

Right now I'm encoding them with HandBrake and it's taking ~30 mins per file and using 100% of my CPUs capacity (running around 80 degrees C).

Is this how most of you guys do it? or am I missing something? I'm concerned about hurting the lifespan of my CPU. Would using my GPU to encode be a better option?

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[–] zcj@lemmygrad.ml 2 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

I recommend Jellyfin over Plex, has mkv support and doesn't suck. If you're able I recommend running it over Kodi for even more nice stuff.