What is the difference between .xvid and .divx?
- Extension
- .xvid
- .divx
- Format
- Binary
- Binary
- Category
- Video
- Video
- Developer
- Xvid
- DivX
- Description
- Xvid-encoded video files are digital video files that have been compressed and encoded using the Xvid codec, an open-source video codec designed for compressing video data in order to facilitate faster transmission over computer networks or for more efficient storage on computer disks. Xvid, which is a reverse spelling of "DivX," emerged as a popular format due to its ability to compress video files without significant loss of quality.
- A DivX-Encoded Movie File, designated with the .divx file extension, is a digital video format that offers a high-quality, highly compressed viewing experience. Developed by DivX, LLC, this format is designed to compress lengthy video segments into smaller sizes without significantly sacrificing visual quality. This enables users to store and distribute high-definition videos more efficiently over limited bandwidth or storage capacities. The DivX codec, which is required to play these files, supports advanced multimedia features such as multiple video streams.
- MIME Type
- video/x-msvideo
- video/x-divx
- Sample
- sample.divx
- Wikipedia
- .xvid on Wikipedia
- .divx on Wikipedia