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GPU for 4k Transcoding in Jellyfin

https://lemmy.world/post/1622687

GPU for 4k Transcoding in Jellyfin - Lemmy.world

I’m starting to get more and more HDR content, and I’m noticing an issue with my Jellyfin server. In nearly all cases, it’s required to transcode and tone map the HDR content. All of it is in 4k. My little Quadro P400 just can’t keep up. Encoder and decoder usage hovers around 15-17%, but the GPU core usage is pinned at 100% the entire time, and my framerate doesn’t exceed 19fps, which makes the video skip so badly it’s unwatchable. What’s a reasonable upgrade? I’m thinking about the P4000, but that might be excessive. Also, it needs to fit in a low-profile slot.

Show threadEris
I went with a p2000. I use plex, but I imagine usage would be similar. I’ve had 5 people using it at the same time transcoding 4k to 1080 with no issues. Good luck!
Jul 17, 2023 at 12:59pmWeb
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I’d guess that Plex uses ffmpeg internally, which would be the same as Jellyfin. I’ve been looking at both the P2000 and P4000, but I’m leaning a bit toward the T1000 because of the newer architecture. Good to hear that the P2000 is working for you.
Show threadErisJul 17, 2023
Good idea - looks like you may be able to get one on ebay used for less than $200.