AOM AV1 Encoder 3.13.1-187
AOM AV1 Encoder (AOMedia AV1) is the official reference encoder from the Alliance for Open Media, delivering up to 30% better efficiency than H.264/AVC and VP9 at equivalent quality levels.
The AOM encoder prioritizes compression efficiency over encoding speed, making it ideal for archival workflows, professional streaming masters, and scenarios where file size matters more than processing time.
For everyday encoding tasks where speed is essential, SVT-AV1 offers significantly faster performance with comparable quality, while NVEnc provides real-time hardware-accelerated AV1 encoding on NVIDIA RTX 40 series and newer GPUs.
GUI Front-Ends for Easier Encoding
Command-line tools can be intimidating for new users. NEAV1E provides a user-friendly graphical interface specifically designed for AOM AV1 Encoder - simply copy aomenc.exe into the Apps folder and start encoding with visual controls.
For more comprehensive video transcoding with AV1 support, StaxRip handles the entire encoding pipeline including filtering, audio processing, and container muxing. HandBrake and VidCoder also support AV1 output through SVT-AV1 integration, perfect for batch DVD and Blu-ray conversions.
Playback and Decoding Solutions
Encoded files require proper decoder support. Install the AV1 Video Extension for native Windows playback in Movies & TV and other Microsoft Store apps.
For faster software decoding, dav1d significantly outperforms aomdec.exe and integrates with popular media players.
The K-Lite Codec Pack bundles complete AV1 playback support alongside LAV Filters for system-wide compatibility.
Recommended Media Players
MPC-BE includes built-in dav1d decoding for smooth AV1 playback with hardware acceleration support through DXVA2 and D3D11.
MPC-HC paired with LAV Filters delivers excellent AV1 performance on both modern and older systems. VLC Media Player offers cross-platform AV1 support without additional codec installation.
Alternative AV1 Encoders
Different encoding scenarios call for different tools. rav1e is a Rust-based encoder optimized for speed over the reference implementation while maintaining good quality.
For batch processing workflows, FFmpeg Batch AV Converter provides a visual interface for FFmpeg's AV1 encoding capabilities.
Professional users working with HEVC content might also consider x265 Encoder or Shutter Encoder for broader format support across modern compression standards.
