When encoding different video resolutions, one of the contributing factors to the wellness of the quality of video being encoded is the bitrate of the Video Profile.
This article addresses recommendations for bitrates suggested by YouTube for optimal quality of video uploads. Please note, these settings may not be attainable if live streaming to a platform.
Below are YouTube's recommended upload encoding settings (video codec H.264 AVC) for Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) uploads:
(Keep in mind - 1,000 kbps = 1 Mbps)
| Resolution | Video Bitrate, Standard Framerate (< 30fps) | Video Bitrate, High Framerate (> 30fps) |
| 2160p (4K) | 35-45 Mbps | N/A on Videon products |
| 1080p | 8 Mbps | 12 Mbps |
| 720p | 5 Mbps | 7.5 Mbps |
| 480p | 2.5 Mbps | 4 Mbps |
| 360p | 1 Mbps | 1.5 Mbps |
Find below additional recommended upload encoding settings (video codec H.264 AVC) by YouTube for High Dynamic Range (HDR) uploads:
| Resolution | Video Bitrate, Standard Framerate (< 30fps) | Video Bitrate, High Framerate (> 30fps) |
| 2160p (4K) | 44-56 Mbps | N/A on Videon products |
| 1080p | 10 Mbps | 15 Mbps |
| 720p | 6.5 Mbps | 9.5 Mbps |
Recommended bitrate settings found at https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/1722171?hl=en#zippy=%2Cbitrate