Convert MP4V to 3G2

About MP4V

An MP4V file is not a full video container like MP4. Instead, it is a raw video stream that has been encoded using the MPEG-4 Part 2 video codec. It does not contain an audio stream or any other data. These are not common files and are typically used in video editing or encoding workflows before being 'muxed' with an audio track into a container like MP4.

About 3G2

The 3G2 format is very similar to 3GP but was designed by the 3GPP2 project for CDMA-based mobile networks (as opposed to the GSM networks that 3GP was designed for). Like 3GP, it's a legacy format optimized for low-bandwidth mobile devices and is characterized by low quality and small file sizes.

MP4V vs 3G2

FeatureMP4V3G2
Streaming Supportfalsetrue
Subtitle Supportfalsefalse
DRM Supportfalsefalse
Quality Rating21
Patent Statuspatentedindustry standard
Year Introduced19992001
Developed ByISO/IEC3GPP2

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I play an MP4V file?

Some specialized media players like VLC might be able to play the raw video stream. However, to play it in a standard player or add audio, you would need to use a tool like FFmpeg to place the video stream into a container format like MP4.

Is this format the same as MP4?

No. MP4 is a container format that holds video, audio, and more. MP4V is just the raw video data itself, encoded with an older MPEG-4 codec. It's a component that goes inside a container, not the container itself.

What is the difference between 3GP and 3G2?

They are very similar, but 3G2 has some extensions and limitations compared to 3GP and was specifically designed for CDMA networks. From a user's perspective, both are legacy, low-quality mobile video formats.

Is there any reason to use 3G2 today?

No, there is no practical reason to use the 3G2 format for any new content. It is entirely obsolete.

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