YouTube Targets Early 2027 AV2 Web Launch as Codec Promises 25%-32% Efficiency Gain
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Updated · Букви · Oct 24
YouTube Targets Early 2027 AV2 Web Launch as Codec Promises 25%-32% Efficiency Gain
3 articles · Updated · Букви · Oct 24
Summary
Early 2027 is YouTube’s target for rolling out AV2 streaming on its web platform, making it one of the first major services to outline a deployment timeline.
AV2 is expected to be 25% to 32% more efficient than AV1, which could let YouTube deliver higher video quality at the same bitrate or similar quality with less data.
Lower bandwidth use is another potential benefit, giving YouTube room to cut delivery costs or improve playback efficiency for users on constrained connections.
The plan follows the Alliance for Open Media’s release of AV2’s final specifications earlier this year, while Netflix, Amazon and Apple have not disclosed rollout schedules.