MPEG to RMVB Converter
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Supports: MPG, MPEG
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Need help?How to Convert MPEG to RMVB
- Upload Your MPEG File — Click "Choose Files" or drag and drop your MPG or MPEG video file. Both extensions are accepted.
- Choose Video Codec — Under Video Codec, the default for RMVB output is RV10 (RealVideo).
- Set Video Quality — Under File Compression, choose from: Quality Preset (Highest through Lowest), Target File Size % (1-100% slider with Smart Scaling), Specific File Size (MB/KB), Constant Bitrate, Variable Bitrate, Constant Quality (CRF), or Constraint Quality.
- Set Audio Codec — Under Audio Codec, the default for RMVB is REAL_144 (RealAudio).
- Adjust Resolution (Optional) — Under Video Resolution, keep the original or choose Preset Resolutions (720p, 480p, 360p, etc.), Fixed Resolutions, Resolution Percentage, or custom Width/Height/Width×Height.
- Trim (Optional) — Under Trim, set a Start Time and Duration to extract a specific segment.
- Convert & Download — Click "Convert" and download your RMVB file.
Why Convert MPEG to RMVB?
RMVB (RealMedia Variable Bitrate) is a legacy format from RealNetworks that uses variable bitrate encoding for efficient compression. Converting MPEG to RMVB is useful for compatibility with media players popular in Asian markets (especially China) that prefer RMVB, reducing file size — RMVB's variable bitrate encoding can produce smaller files than MPEG-2, maintaining compatibility with legacy RealPlayer-based systems, and archiving video in RMVB format for specific distribution channels.
MPEG vs RMVB Comparison
| Feature | MPEG | RMVB |
|---|---|---|
| Video codec | MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 | RV10 (RealVideo, default) |
| Audio codec | MP2 | REAL_144 (RealAudio, default) |
| Bitrate | Constant or variable | Variable (optimized) |
| File size | Large (MPEG-2) | Smaller (VBR compression) |
| Player required | Any media player | RealPlayer, VLC |
| Regional popularity | Universal | China, Southeast Asia |
| Best for | DVD, broadcast | Streaming, file sharing |
What is RV10 and REAL_144?
RV10 is the RealVideo 1.0 codec — the original RealNetworks video codec. REAL_144 is the RealAudio codec for voice at 14.4 kbps. These are the default codecs for the RMVB container. They produce small files but with lower quality than modern codecs.
Will the file size decrease?
Typically yes. RMVB uses variable bitrate encoding that allocates more bits to complex scenes and fewer to simple ones. A 2 GB MPEG-2 file can become 700 MB - 1 GB as RMVB at acceptable quality.
Is RMVB still relevant?
RMVB is a legacy format largely replaced by MP4. It remains popular in some Asian markets and for specific media player ecosystems. For modern use, consider MPEG to MP4 instead.
Can I trim the video during conversion?
Yes. Under Trim, select "Time Range" and enter a Start Time and Duration in seconds or HH:MM:SS.sss format.
What players support RMVB?
RealPlayer, VLC, MPC-HC, KMPlayer, and PotPlayer all support RMVB playback. Many Chinese media players (QQ Player, Baidu Player) also have native RMVB support.
Can I adjust the resolution during conversion?
Yes. Under Video Resolution, choose Preset Resolutions (720p, 480p, 360p), Fixed Resolutions, Resolution Percentage, or custom Width/Height/Width×Height. Lowering resolution further reduces file size alongside RMVB's variable bitrate compression.