Question about encoding video (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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[-] LightlyButteredToast@lemmygrad.ml 2 points 2 years ago

Yes, I meant Celsius lol. I guess I'll have to look into getting more case fans. So do you think encoding at those temps for multiple hours in the meantime is a bad idea or just something I should fix eventually?

[-] maard@lemmygrad.ml 2 points 2 years ago

Then i would personally not do it for hours upon hours on end, you should look for a way to cool it down more effectively. 80°C is usually fine if it's in short bursts. If you have an NVIDIA GPU, try using the NVENC option and see if the temperatures are better on that front

[-] LightlyButteredToast@lemmygrad.ml 3 points 2 years ago

Sounds good. Thank you for your help.

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