Purpose and functionality

x264 Video Codec is a free codec library for encoding video streams in the H.264/AVC format. It integrates with Windows-based video tools to provide high-quality H.264 compression for playback and conversion tasks.

Category and role

This package is classified as a codec utility within the broader video software family, intended for use as an individual codec component that third‑party players or converters can employ.

Popularity and regional use

  • Canada
  • India
  • Taiwan (Province of China)

These locations show notably high usage of the codec.

Download figures and recent activity

  • Downloads recorded during the last week: 13
  • Cumulative downloads since catalog listing: 267,167

The entry was added to the software catalog in 2011 and has maintained steady, long‑term distribution.

File size and system footprint

x264 Video Codec requires less disk space than the average application in the video software category, making it a lightweight option for systems where storage is limited.

Release information

Current public build: version 1703
Last updated: May 20, 2011

Compatibility and language support

This release is provided for legacy Windows platforms (Windows 95 and earlier) and is available only in English.

Technical

Title
x264 Video Codec
Requirements
  • Windows
Language
No language has been specified.
Available languages
License
  • Free
Latest update
2025-11-04
Author
X264
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