[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Chips

video decode

Video decode is hardware playback of a compressed video stream.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Video decode is the chip's ability to play compressed video, ideally in dedicated hardware to save power. Modern chips decode H.264, H.265, and often AV1.

See AV1 decode.

Where video decode Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is video decode?

Video decode is hardware playback of a compressed video stream.

What terms are related to video decode?

Related Chips terms include T4 security chip, video encode.

Related Technical Terms

T4 security chip
A T-series security chip that verifies boot and stores secrets. Chips
video encode
Video encode is hardware recording of video into a compressed codec. Chips
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