Sonarr — X265 _verified_

The x265 (HEVC) codec offers superior compression efficiency compared to its predecessor, x264 (AVC). For Sonarr users, this translates to:

: Ensure your download client (e.g., Transmission, Deluge) is configured to allow Sonarr to manage downloads and that it supports saving files in the x265 format. sonarr x265

x265, also known as HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding), is a video compression standard that offers significantly better compression efficiency than its predecessor, x264 (H.264). This means you can store more content in the same amount of space without a noticeable decrease in quality. The x265 (HEVC) codec offers superior compression efficiency

: 50 TB unRAID server, Plex (10 remote users), Sonarr with 350 monitored series. x264 (AVC). For Sonarr users

To leverage x265 without breaking automation, the following configuration is recommended.