How to Convert Video to H.265/HEVC and Vice Versa

By Justin SabrinaUpdated on December 16, 2022

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Q1: "How to change a Video to h 265?"

Q2: "How to convert video from H.264 to H.265 to save space?"

Q3: "How do I convert h264 to h265 without losing quality?"

Many people are looking for a way to convert video to HEVC/H.265 from time to time. Is it possible to convert H264 to H265 (HEVC) without quality loss? Sure! In this article, we will explain the difference between H264 and H265, and show you the easiest and best way to convert H.264 media to H.265/HEVC to reduce file size while keeping the quality.

CONTENTS

Part 1. H.264 (AVC) vs. H.265 (HEVC) Why We Need to Convert H.264 to H.265?

H.265, also known as High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC), is the successor standard to H.264/AVC. H.265/HEVC has about two times compression ratio while retain the same video quality, which means HEVC has much better video quality than H.264 at the same bit rate. It is w widely y used in 4K videos and Ultra High Definition Television (UHDTV). It even supports 8K UHD (4320p, 8192x4320).

H.264/AVC is the successor to MPEG-2 Part and it is available to deliver HD sources for Broadcast and Online. Unlike H.265, H.264 is likely to implement Ultral HD, 2K, 4K for Broadcast and Online(OTT). Overall, H.265 video currently gives you the best visual experience. But H.264 video is widely accepted by HDTVs, media players, and mobile devices.

“I have a Samsung HU8500 TV, but the 4K H.265 file is not supported here. Is there any way to convert H.265 videos to a compatible format, such as H.264?”

Although H.265 is the best format for video experiences, most players and portable devices are still not compatible with this video codec, such as iPod, iPhone, Apple TV, Samsung phone and tablets, Xbox 360, iTunes, QuickTime, Windows Movie Maker, etc. This tutorial is intended to provide the best solution for those who wish to play HEVC / H.265 anywhere without any restrictions. At the same time, encoding the video to H.265 is also easy, you can easily convert Videos from H.265/HEVC to H.264 with a professioanl H.265/HEVC converter.

Part 2. Convert Video Files to H.265/HEVC with UkeySoft Video Converter (Fast & Lossless)

The powerful yet easy-to-handle UkeySoft Video Converter/UkeySoft Video Converter for Mac is integrated of HEVC Encoder and HEVC Decoder, which can convert HEVC/H.265 to other videos, and vice versa. The videos conversion is at a fast speed and keep well high quality. Besides, this program provides easy video editing features, including trim, crop, special effects, watermark and subtitles etc. See more the key features of UkeySoft Video Converter software:

- Converts any video to H.265 video files rapidly in high quality.
- Convert H.265 video to other audio files MP3, AAC, WMA, and WAV.
- Support videos such as MPEG, MP4, MKV, H.264/MPEG-4, H.265/HEVC, MOV, H.264.
- Preserve the original quality & a high conversion speed.
- Advanced H.265/HEVC editing features.
- Convert H.265/HEVC videos to iPhone, Samsung, Nexus, Sony HTC, LG, Samsung Gear VR, Sony PSP, Chromecast ,Roku, Apple TV, Xbox 360 or PS3 and more.

First of all, click on the download button to get UkeySoft Video Converter installed on your Windows PC or Mac PC.

How to Convert Video from H.264 to H.265/HEVC with UkeySoft?

Step 1. Import Videos

H.264 MP4 video files has added to the program - video lists

Step 2. Choose H.265 MP4 or MKV as Output Format
From "Format" drop-down list, you can select "Common Video" > "MKV HEVC/H.265 Videos(*.mkv)" or "MP4 HEVC/H.265 Videos(*.mp4)"as the output profile format. Also, you can customize video resolution, frame rate, bitrate, as well as audio encoder, channel, sample rate, bitrate, etc.by clicking "Settings" icon.

Or, choose MKV HEVC/H.265 as output format

Step 3. Convert Videos to HEVC/H.265 MP4
Once the setup is complete, simply click "Start" button and the conversion will then begin. H.265 encoding is simple here!

Many people want to convert videos to H.265 for space-saving and advanced experience, this method is worth recommending.

Pros:

• Run fast.
• Easy to use with user friendly interface.
• Built-in video editor.
• Lossless output quality.
• Offers batch processing.
• Supports to convert videos to various of formats.
• Allows you to preview the output video before conversion.

Cons:

• Not Free, but offers free trial.

Extra Tips: Convert Video Files from H.265/HEVC to H.264

Besides converting videos to H.265/HEVC, UkeySoft Video Converter also supports to convert video files from H.265/HEVC to H.264. Follow the simple steps below:

Step 1. Add H.265/HEVC Files
Launch the software and you can see the primary menu, navigate and click the "Add Files" to import your Ultra HD H.265 file(s) to the program or simply drag and drop it onto the middle of program interface. (Note: batch conversion is supported, so you can add all the files at once.)

Step 2. Choose the Output Format
For better compatibility with mobile devices or other players, I suggest you choose H.264 as your output format: Go to Output Format > Common Video> AVC Video (H.264). Well, you are also allowed to convert H.265/HEVC to other output video formats encoded H.264 codec, such as MP4, MOV, AVI, etc. (h264).

Step 3. Edit Video
To make you satisfied with the output video, this tool includes video editing features. You can easily trim video clips, crop videos, adding external subtitles, etc. by clicking on "Editing" button. Also, you can click "Settings" to adjust video seize(pixel), frame rate, bitrate or audio settings.

Step 4. Convert H.265/HEVC to H.264
When all settings looks fine, simply press the big "Start" button to start converting videos from H.265/HEVC to H.264. In as fast as a couple of moments, your files will be ready for playback.

There is a small window popping up after conversion. You can easily find the output files by clicking on "Open Output".

Part 3. Convert Video Files to H.265 Online (Free But Limit)

If you don't want to install any other third-party tool/software on your computer, you might wonder if it's possible to convert your MP4 file to H.265 online. Yes. When you search for "how to convert video to HEVC online?" You may find some free HEVC converter online services, Online Video Converter is one such. As its name suggests, it is an online video converter. With this free online service, you can convert video files to MP4, MPV, FLV and more video formats. Besides, you may adjust the video codec to H.265 / HEVC as needed.

How to Convert Video to H.265 / HEVC Online?

Step 1. Go to its website on browser, and click on the "Open file" button to load an video file.

Step 2. Next, select one of the video formats from its Video Section.

Step 3. Click on "Settings" button, choose "H.265 / HEVC" from the Video codec: option. You can also adjust other settings as needed.

Step 4. Finally, hit on the "Convert" button to convert your video to H.265 file.

Pros:

• Free.
• Allows to adjust the video resolution, video codec, etc.

Cons:

• Interface with ads.
• A bit slow.
• Only convert video files of up to 2 GB.
• Limited output video quality, different from source.

Conclusion

Whether you want to convert video to H.265/HEVC and Vice Versa, or just want to convert video from H.265 to H.264, UkeySoft Video Converter is your best choice. With this handy H.264 to H.265 converter, users can easily and quickly convert video files to H.265 or H.264 without quality loss. Additionally, the tool enables you to batch convert video files to various formats, offers quality adjustment options, and more.

Justin Sabrina

Justin Sabrina has over 10 years of content writing experience. She specializes in product reviews, how-to guides, tips and tricks, top lists, etc. on data encryption, multi-media conversion, screen recording and iOS unlocking. At UkeySoft, she performs in-depth research SEO copywriting and collaborates with our R & D team to offer effective software solution, most of her articles on software are helpful and easy to read, helping our reader easily solve problems through using software or apps.

Justin Sabrina

Li Zhang is a sophisticated editor for UkeySoft in tech blog writing, as well as a SEO and content marketing expert. She has been writing related article about multimedia conversion, streaming music and streaming video since 2018. Also, she's starting to write article about data security, including articles about file lock, USB encryption, DVD encryption, etc. Each helpful tutorial and solution is based on her practical tests, she is aways energetic and trustworthy in this field.

Justin Sabrina

Chester is an experienced editor for UkeySoft focused on tech article writing, software & hardware produce review and tutorial. He specializes in composing posts about music conversion, video downloading, video conversion, screen recording and other tech knowledge tips. He always understands user needs and pain points and familiar with all kinds of multimedia conversion software and streaming music downloader on the market. So far, he has published 400+ helpful tech articles of software reviews, how-to guides to help reader in need.

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