{"id":8899,"date":"2026-03-10T12:26:10","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T07:26:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paknews.centers.pk\/versatile-video-coding-vvc-guide-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-03-10T12:26:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T07:26:10","slug":"versatile-video-coding-vvc-guide-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paknews.centers.pk\/ur\/versatile-video-coding-vvc-guide-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Versatile Video Coding (VVC) Guide 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"528\">As video streaming moves deeper into the 4K, 8K, and immersive era, efficiency is everything. Versatile Video Coding (VVC) \u2014 also known as H.266 \u2014 is the latest international video compression standard designed to dramatically reduce bandwidth while maintaining premium visual quality. In real-world tests, VVC delivers up to 40\u201350% better compression than HEVC (H.265), making it one of the most powerful codecs available today.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"827\">But adoption in 2026 isn\u2019t as simple as flipping a switch. While VVC is gaining traction in smart TVs, set-top boxes, and broadcast ecosystems, browser and HLS support remain limited. That means streaming teams need a smart, multi-codec strategy to take advantage of VVC without sacrificing reach.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"1035\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">In this guide, you\u2019ll learn what Versatile Video Coding is, how it compares to AV1 and HEVC, where it works today, licensing considerations, and how to decide whether VVC belongs in your streaming workflow.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"1035\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong>TL;DR:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"543\">Versatile Video Coding (H.266\/VVC) delivers ~40\u201350% bitrate savings vs HEVC (H.265) at similar quality.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"698\">In 2026, VVC is gaining traction in smart TVs, set-top boxes (STBs), and broadcast ecosystems, but browser and HLS support remain limited.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"797\">Best use today: 4K\/8K, sports, premium OTT, broadcast, and controlled TV app environments.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"892\">Strategy: Use multi-codec ladders (AVC\/HEVC\/AV1 for reach, VVC for supported devices).<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"1020\">Watch: Broadcast adoption (DVB\/ATSC 3.0), SoC hardware decode expansion, encoder optimizations, and sustainability goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"table_of_contents\"\/><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>What Is Versatile Video Coding (H.266)?<\/li>\n<li>Why Versatile Video Coding Matters in 2026<\/li>\n<li>VVC vs HEVC vs AV1 (2026 Comparison)<\/li>\n<li>Where VVC Works in 2026<\/li>\n<li>Broadcast Is Driving VVC Adoption<\/li>\n<li>Licensing: What You Need to Know<\/li>\n<li>Real-World Bandwidth Impact<\/li>\n<li>Sustainability &amp; Green Streaming<\/li>\n<li>Deployment Strategy: How to Use VVC Today<\/li>\n<li>Tools &amp; Encoding Ecosystem (2026)<\/li>\n<li>Is Your Business Ready for Versatile Video Coding?<\/li>\n<li>The Future of Versatile Video Coding (2026\u20132028 Outlook)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"864\">Practical Encoding Setup (Dacast Workflow \u2013 2026)<\/li>\n<li>FAQs<\/li>\n<li>Conclusion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_versatile_video_coding_h266\"\/><strong>What Is Versatile Video Coding (H.266)?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1214\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jvet-experts.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Joint Video Experts Team<\/span><\/span><\/a> developed Versatile Video Coding (VVC), formally known as H.266, as the successor to HEVC (H.265).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1280\">VVC is a next-generation video compression standard designed to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1353\">Deliver the same visual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/hd-live-streaming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">quality<\/a> at ~50% lower bitrate than HEVC<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1406\">Support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/best-4k-cameras-live-streaming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4K<\/a>, 8K, HDR, 360\u00b0, and immersive video<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1491\">Improve efficiency for broadcast, OTT, cloud gaming, and low-bandwidth markets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1594\">Like previous MPEG standards, VVC uses advanced hybrid block-based encoding with innovations such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1634\">Multi-type tree (MTT) partitioning<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1665\">Affine motion compensation<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1701\">Improved intra\/inter prediction<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1741\">Subpicture and tile-based streaming<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1769\">Advanced entropy coding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1862\">The result: significantly improved compression efficiency, especially at high<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/video-resolution\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> resolutions.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1913\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why_versatile_video_coding_matters_in_2026\"\/><strong>Why Versatile Video Coding Matters in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1957\">Streaming demand continues to grow across:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1979\">Connected TV (CTV)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"1994\">4K\/8K sports<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2008\">Live events<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2031\">Global <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/ott-platform\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OTT platforms<\/a><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2041\">VR\/360\u00b0<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2065\">Low-bandwidth regions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2147\">Bandwidth costs and sustainability pressures are increasing. VVC addresses both.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2172\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"key_benefits_of_vvc\"\/><strong>Key Benefits of VVC<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2212\">40\u201350% bitrate reduction vs HEVC<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2215\" data-end=\"2239\">Lower CDN delivery costs<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2270\">Reduced storage requirements<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2304\">Improved QoE at lower bandwidth<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2341\">Better performance for UHD and HDR<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2374\">Energy savings in distribution<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2445\">For large-scale streaming operations, these savings compound quickly.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2445\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"vvc_vs_hevc_vs_av1_2026_comparison\"\/><strong>VVC vs HEVC vs AV1 (2026 Comparison)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Codec<\/th>\n<th>Compression Efficiency<\/th>\n<th>Licensing<\/th>\n<th>Browser Support<\/th>\n<th>TV\/STB Support<\/th>\n<th>Best Use in 2026<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>H.264 (AVC)<\/td>\n<td>Low<\/td>\n<td>Royalties<\/td>\n<td>Full<\/td>\n<td>Full<\/td>\n<td>Universal fallback<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H.265 (HEVC)<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Royalties<\/td>\n<td>Limited (Safari\/iOS strong)<\/td>\n<td>Strong<\/td>\n<td>4K OTT, Apple ecosystem<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>AV1<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Royalty-free<\/td>\n<td>Strong<\/td>\n<td>Growing<\/td>\n<td>Web streaming<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>H.266 (VVC)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Very High (~50% vs HEVC)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Patent pools<\/td>\n<td>Minimal<\/td>\n<td>Growing (hardware-based)<\/td>\n<td>UHD, broadcast, CTV<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 data-start=\"3308\" data-end=\"3333\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where_vvc_works_in_2026\"\/><strong>Where VVC Works in 2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3335\" data-end=\"3404\">VVC is not yet universal. Deployment depends on surface and protocol.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3439\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"most_viable_path_dash_cmaf\"\/><strong>Most Viable Path: DASH + CMAF<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3441\" data-end=\"3474\">VVC is typically delivered using:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"3478\" data-end=\"3489\">MPEG-DASH<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3521\">CMAF containers (MP4-based)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3524\" data-end=\"3543\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/software-vs-hardware-encoders-for-live-video-streams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hardware<\/a> decoding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"playback_support_snapshot_2026\"\/><strong>Playback Support Snapshot (2026)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Surface<\/th>\n<th>Status<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Smart TVs<\/td>\n<td>Emerging<\/td>\n<td>New SoCs support hardware decode<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>STBs<\/td>\n<td>Stronger<\/td>\n<td>Broadcast-driven adoption<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Browsers<\/td>\n<td>Experimental<\/td>\n<td>No native support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>iOS\/Safari<\/td>\n<td>Not supported via HLS<\/td>\n<td>HEVC preferred<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Android<\/td>\n<td>Limited<\/td>\n<td>Device-dependent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"3980\"><strong data-start=\"3897\" data-end=\"3911\">Important:<\/strong> HLS does not natively support VVC playback in consumer environments.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3987\" data-end=\"4022\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"broadcast_is_driving_vvc_adoption\"\/><strong>Broadcast Is Driving VVC Adoption<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4024\" data-end=\"4078\">VVC is seeing strong momentum in broadcast ecosystems.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4080\" data-end=\"4220\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">DVB Project<\/span><\/span> and <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Advanced Television Systems Committee<\/span><\/span> are integrating VVC into next-generation broadcast profiles.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4222\" data-end=\"4338\">Broadcast and hybrid broadcast-broadband models are accelerating hardware deployment, especially in Europe and Asia.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4340\" data-end=\"4361\">This matters because:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"4365\" data-end=\"4425\">Broadcast mandates push chipmakers to implement VVC hardware<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4428\" data-end=\"4480\">Hardware adoption eventually spills into OTT devices<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4483\" data-end=\"4533\">Smart TV penetration increases decode availability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4540\" data-end=\"4574\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"licensing_what_you_need_to_know\"\/><strong>Licensing: What You Need to Know<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4576\" data-end=\"4616\">Unlike AV1, VVC is not royalty-free.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4618\" data-end=\"4639\">Patent pools include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4659\">Access Advance<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4662\" data-end=\"4671\">MPEG LA<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4674\" data-end=\"4688\">Avanci Video<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4690\" data-end=\"4711\">Licensing can affect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"4715\" data-end=\"4733\">Encoder deployment<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4736\" data-end=\"4756\">Device manufacturers<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4759\" data-end=\"4785\">Content distribution costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4787\" data-end=\"4836\">Before adopting VVC, streaming businesses should:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"4840\" data-end=\"4857\">Review pool terms<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4860\" data-end=\"4902\">Understand per-device vs content royalties<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4905\" data-end=\"4945\">Model long-term ROI vs bandwidth savings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4952\" data-end=\"4981\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"real-world_bandwidth_impact\"\/><strong>Real-World Bandwidth Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4983\" data-end=\"5010\">Let\u2019s compare 4K streaming:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5012\" data-end=\"5077\">If 100 hours of 4K HEVC = ~1 TB<br data-start=\"5043\" data-end=\"5046\"\/>VVC at ~45% savings = ~550 GB<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5079\" data-end=\"5125\">For high-volume platforms, that translates to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"5129\" data-end=\"5146\">Major CDN savings<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5149\" data-end=\"5168\">Lower storage costs<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5171\" data-end=\"5195\">Reduced carbon footprint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5197\" data-end=\"5232\">VVC is particularly compelling for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"5236\" data-end=\"5245\">4K sports<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5248\" data-end=\"5257\">8K pilots<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5260\" data-end=\"5277\">UHD VOD libraries<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5280\" data-end=\"5308\">Global low-bandwidth regions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"5315\" data-end=\"5349\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"sustainability_green_streaming\"\/><strong>Sustainability &amp; Green Streaming<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5351\" data-end=\"5408\">Lower bitrate = lower data transfer = lower energy usage.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5410\" data-end=\"5483\">As sustainability reporting becomes more important in 2026, VVC can help:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"5487\" data-end=\"5512\">Reduce data center load<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5515\" data-end=\"5552\">Decrease network energy consumption<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5555\" data-end=\"5580\">Support ESG initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5582\" data-end=\"5656\">Efficient codecs are becoming part of corporate sustainability strategies.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5663\" data-end=\"5706\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"deployment_strategy_how_to_use_vvc_today\"\/><strong>Deployment Strategy: How to Use VVC Today<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5708\" data-end=\"5758\">The smartest approach is multi-<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/10-best-live-streaming-platforms-for-pros\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">codec<\/a> delivery.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5760\" data-end=\"5796\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"recommended_2026_ladder_strategy\"\/><strong>Recommended 2026 Ladder Strategy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"5800\" data-end=\"5836\"><strong data-start=\"5800\" data-end=\"5815\">AVC <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/h-264-advanced-video-coding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">(H.264)<\/a><\/strong> \u2192 universal fallback<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5839\" data-end=\"5860\"><strong data-start=\"5839\" data-end=\"5847\">HEVC<\/strong> \u2192 Apple \/ 4K<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5863\" data-end=\"5893\"><strong data-start=\"5863\" data-end=\"5870\">AV1<\/strong> \u2192 browser optimization<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5896\" data-end=\"5928\"><strong data-start=\"5896\" data-end=\"5903\">VVC<\/strong> \u2192 TV\/STB premium streams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5930\" data-end=\"5958\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"best_early_vvc_use_cases\"\/><strong>Best Early VVC Use Cases<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"5962\" data-end=\"5986\">4K\/8K sports on CTV apps<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5989\" data-end=\"6006\">Premium OTT tiers<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6009\" data-end=\"6030\">Broadcast hybrid apps<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6033\" data-end=\"6063\">Operator-managed STB platforms<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6066\" data-end=\"6090\">Archival UHD compression<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"6092\" data-end=\"6115\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"avoid_using_vvc_for\"\/><strong>Avoid Using VVC For<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"6119\" data-end=\"6136\">Open web delivery<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6139\" data-end=\"6156\">Mass mobile reach<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6159\" data-end=\"6177\">HLS-only workflows<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"6184\" data-end=\"6219\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tools_encoding_ecosystem_2026\"\/><strong>Tools &amp; Encoding Ecosystem (2026)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_336037\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-336037\" style=\"width: 937px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-336037 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding.jpeg\" alt=\"Video Encoding Image\" width=\"937\" height=\"582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding.jpeg 937w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding-300x186.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding-768x477.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-336037 size-full ewww_webp_lazy_load\" src=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding.jpeg\" alt=\"Video Encoding Image\" width=\"937\" height=\"582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding.jpeg 937w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding-300x186.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding-768x477.jpeg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 937px) 100vw, 937px\" src-webp=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding.jpeg.webp\" srcset-webp=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding.jpeg.webp 937w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding-300x186.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Encoding-768x477.jpeg.webp 768w\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-336037\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong><em>Video encoding is an essential part of the live streaming process.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"6221\" data-end=\"6255\">VVC <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/what-is-video-encoding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">encoding<\/a> continues to improve.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6257\" data-end=\"6289\">Notable implementations include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"6293\" data-end=\"6348\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Fraunhofer HHI<\/span><\/span> \u2013 VVenC \/ VVdeC<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6351\" data-end=\"6382\">OpenVVC (open-source decoder)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6385\" data-end=\"6418\">FFmpeg (experimental pipelines)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6421\" data-end=\"6475\">Commercial encoder vendors (lab and pilot deployments)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6477\" data-end=\"6585\">Encoding complexity remains higher than HEVC and AV1, so cloud costs must be factored into ROI calculations.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"6592\" data-end=\"6644\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is_your_business_ready_for_versatile_video_coding\"\/><strong>Is Your Business Ready for Versatile Video Coding?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_336042\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-336042\" style=\"width: 819px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-336042 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs.jpeg\" alt=\"Video Codecs Image\" width=\"819\" height=\"535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs-300x196.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs-768x502.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-336042 size-full ewww_webp_lazy_load\" src=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs.jpeg\" alt=\"Video Codecs Image\" width=\"819\" height=\"535\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs-300x196.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs-768x502.jpeg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" src-webp=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs.jpeg.webp\" srcset-webp=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs.jpeg.webp 819w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs-300x196.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Video-Codecs-768x502.jpeg.webp 768w\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-336042\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong><em>Codecs are used to compress video files, making them easier to send over the internet.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"6646\" data-end=\"6659\">Ask yourself:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"6663\" data-end=\"6700\">Do you stream 4K or higher regularly?<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6703\" data-end=\"6734\">Do you operate CTV or STB apps?<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6737\" data-end=\"6764\">Is bandwidth a top expense?<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6767\" data-end=\"6806\">Do you control your player environment?<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6809\" data-end=\"6849\">Are you prepared for licensing analysis?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6851\" data-end=\"6899\">If yes to 3+ questions, VVC testing makes sense.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6901\" data-end=\"6973\">If your focus is browser delivery, AV1 likely delivers better ROI today.<\/p>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the_future_of_versatile_video_coding_2026%e2%80%932028_outlook\"\/><strong>The Future of Versatile Video Coding (2026\u20132028 Outlook)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"7040\" data-end=\"7072\">Key trends shaping VVC adoption:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"7077\" data-end=\"7118\">Expansion of VVC hardware decoders in TVs<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7122\" data-end=\"7152\">Broadcast standard integration<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7156\" data-end=\"7184\">Improved encoding efficiency<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7188\" data-end=\"7222\">Growth of 8K and immersive formats<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7226\" data-end=\"7272\">Sustainability-driven compression optimization<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p data-start=\"7274\" data-end=\"7350\">VVC will likely coexist with AV1 and HEVC rather than replace them outright.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"7352\" data-end=\"7431\">The future is codec-aware adaptive delivery, not a single universal format.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"864\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"practical_encoding_setup_dacast_workflow_%e2%80%93_2026\"\/><strong>Practical Encoding Setup (Dacast Workflow \u2013 2026)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_72029\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-72029\" style=\"width: 1192px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-72029 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software.jpg\" alt=\"Encoder Software\" width=\"1192\" height=\"736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software.jpg 1192w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-768x474.jpg 768w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-1024x632.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1192px) 100vw, 1192px\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-72029 size-full ewww_webp_lazy_load\" src=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software.jpg\" alt=\"Encoder Software\" width=\"1192\" height=\"736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software.jpg 1192w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-768x474.jpg 768w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-1024x632.jpg 1024w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1192px) 100vw, 1192px\" srcset-webp=\"https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software.jpg 1192w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-768x474.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-300x185.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/prod-images.dacast.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Encoder-Software-1024x632.jpg.webp 1024w\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-72029\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong><em>Encoder software settings are very important for any streaming setup.<\/em><\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1037\">Even if you\u2019re piloting Versatile Video Coding (VVC), most streaming workflows in 2026 still require a fallback ladder using H.264 or HEVC for universal compatibility.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1117\">Below are recommended baseline <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/live-streaming-equipment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">live streaming settings<\/a> for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/support\/knowledgebase\/live-encoder-configuration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dacast deployments:<\/a><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>VIDEO CODEC<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H.264 (x264 may work)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>FRAME RATE<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">25 or 30<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>KEYFRAME INTERVAL<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 secs (or 2x frame rate)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>SCANNING<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progressive<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>RATE CONTROL<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constant (CBR)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>AUDIO CODEC<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AAC-LC<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>AUDIO BITRATE<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">128 kbps<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>AUDIO CHANNELS<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 (Stereo)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>AUDIO SAMPLE RATE<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">48 kHz (48,000 Hz)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"h266_readiness_roadmap_for_broadcasters\"\/><strong>H.266 Readiness Roadmap for Broadcasters<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h4>\n<p><span data-color=\"var(--red-10)\">For broadcasters looking to adopt the H.266 codec, a few key elements need to be in place. First, hardware devices like cameras and encoders must support VVC\/H.266. Software updates for editing tools and players also need to enable VVC decoding and playback. Content delivery networks (CDNs) should be ready to handle VVC video codec files efficiently. Finally, compatibility with popular platforms like Dacast ensures smooth VVC encoding workflows and wide distribution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"resolution_bitrate_settings\"\/><strong>Resolution &amp; Bitrate Settings<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>In addition to the settings we mentioned above, your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/best-h-264-encoder-settings-for-live-streaming\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>encoder settings<\/u><\/a>\u00a0can be manipulated to get your desired resolution and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/what-is-video-bitrate\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>video bitrate<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the combinations for achieving ultra-low definition, low definition, standard definition, high definition, and full high definition.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>ULD<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>LD<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>SD<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>HD<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>FHD<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Name<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultra-Low Definition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low Definition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Standard Definition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High Definition<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full High Definition<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a class=\"dacast-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/video-bitrate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Video Bitrate<\/a> (kbps)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">350<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">350\u2009\u2013\u2009800<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">800\u2009\u2013\u20091200<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1200\u2009\u2013\u20091900<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1900\u2009\u2013\u20094500<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resolution Width (px)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">426<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">640<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">854<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1280<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1920<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resolution Height (px)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">240<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">360<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">480<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">720<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1080<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">H.264 Profile<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Main<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Main<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>For VVC pilots, you can expect roughly 40\u201350% lower bitrate for similar perceived quality on supported devices.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faqs\"\/><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_what_is_h266_video_format\"\/><strong>1. What is H.266 video format?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>H.266, also known as Versatile Video Coding, is a video compression standard developed by the Joint Video Experts Team. It is designed to compress video files while maintaining high video quality efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>The H.266 video format allows you to enjoy high-quality videos while using less storage space or transmitting them more efficiently over the Internet.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_what_is_the_difference_between_h265_and_h266\"\/><strong>2. What is the difference between H.265 and H.266?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>H.266 is more efficient at compressing video files and offers better video quality at the same bit rate compared to H.265. It also uses more complex algorithms and techniques compared to H.265. However, H.266 requires more computational resources for encoding and decoding compared to H.265.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_is_h266_open-source\"\/><strong>3. Is H.266 open-source?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, H.266 is open-source. You can download the reference software for H.266 for free from the ITU-T website.<\/p>\n<p>The Media Coding Industry Forum or MC-IF is a valuable resource for companies interested in deploying VCC or other media coding standards.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_what_are_the_features_of_h266\"\/><strong>4. What are the features of H.266?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>Some of the key features of H.266 are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>H.266 can deliver the same video quality with a lower bitrate.<\/li>\n<li>H.266 can support resolutions up to 8K and frame rates up to 120fps.<\/li>\n<li>Supports HDR which provides a wider range of colors and contrast than standard video.<\/li>\n<li>H.266 is more resilient to errors and it\u2019s less likely to suffer from visual distortions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_can_vlc_play_h266_video\"\/><strong>5. Can VLC play H.266 video?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p>VLC does not yet support playback of VVC video inside MP4 because the MP4 demultiplexer seems not to handle this video format yet.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"7468\" data-end=\"7514\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_is_versatile_video_coding_better_than_av1\"\/><strong>6. Is Versatile Video Coding better than AV1?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"7516\" data-end=\"7690\">In pure compression efficiency, VVC often performs better \u2014 especially for UHD and high-motion content. However, AV1 benefits from royalty-free licensing and browser support.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"7692\" data-end=\"7717\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_does_hls_support_vvc\"\/><strong>7. Does HLS support VVC?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"7719\" data-end=\"7792\">No. VVC is aligned with DASH\/CMAF. HLS ecosystems rely on H.264 and HEVC.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"7794\" data-end=\"7820\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_can_browsers_play_vvc\"\/><strong>8. Can browsers play VVC?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"7822\" data-end=\"7882\">Not natively. Browser playback remains experimental in 2026.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"7884\" data-end=\"7908\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_is_vvc_royalty-free\"\/><strong>9. Is VVC royalty-free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"7910\" data-end=\"7944\">No. It is covered by patent pools.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"7946\" data-end=\"7982\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_how_much_bandwidth_can_vvc_save\"\/><strong>10. How much bandwidth can VVC save?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"7984\" data-end=\"8044\">Approximately 40\u201350% vs HEVC, depending on content type.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"\/><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"8092\" data-end=\"8182\">Versatile Video Coding is one of the most efficient compression standards available today.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"8184\" data-end=\"8192\">However:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"8196\" data-end=\"8223\">It is not yet universal<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8226\" data-end=\"8253\">Licensing must be evaluated<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"8256\" data-end=\"8294\">Hardware support is growing but uneven<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"8296\" data-end=\"8381\">For controlled TV, broadcast, and premium UHD environments, VVC can deliver real ROI. For web-first distribution, AV1 remains dominant.<\/p>\n<p>Are you ready to leverage video streaming for your business or organization? Dacast is a great option for live and on-demand\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/online-video-hosting-platforms-for-professionals\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>professional video hosting<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Our platform includes several powerful tools for broadcasters, including reliable\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/streaming-solutions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>global content delivery<\/u><\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/video-api\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>API access<\/u><\/a>, gold-standard\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/private-video-sharing\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>privacy and security<\/u><\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/video-monetization\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>video monetization<\/u><\/a>, and access to a comprehensive\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/video-cms\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>video CMS<\/u><\/a>. Additionally, Dacast provides access to an ultra-compatible\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/html5-video-player\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>HTML5 video player<\/u><\/a>\u00a0that is easy to customize and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/how-to-embed-streaming-video-to-your-website\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>embed streaming video<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You can test out all of our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/live-streaming-pricing-plans\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>professional features<\/u><\/a>\u00a0risk-free for 14 days with our free trial. All you have to do to get started is create a free Dacast account today. No credit card is required.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"dacast-btn dacast-btn--primary remove-catch-link-event\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/signup\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>START NOW<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>For exclusive offers and regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/benefits-of-video-live-streaming-services\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>live streaming tips<\/u><\/a>, you\u2019re also invited to join our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/6629370\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>LinkedIn group<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for more information on encoding, codecs, and other topics related to broadcasting? Check out the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/streaming-knowledgebase\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>Knowledgebase<\/u><\/a>\u00a0section of our website. A quick search for \u201ccodec\u201d or \u201cencoding\u201d will generate a plethora of reading material to get you started. Additionally, feel free to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/contact\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><u>contact<\/u><\/a>\u00a0our team with specific questions; we\u2019re here to help!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dacast.com\/blog\/h266-vvc-versatile-video-coding\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As video streaming moves deeper into the 4K, 8K, and immersive era, efficiency is everything. Versatile Video Coding (VVC) \u2014 also known as H.266 \u2014 is the latest international video compression standard designed to dramatically reduce bandwidth while maintaining premium visual quality. 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