2024-03-08, 10:11 AM
Based on some threads I saw around here, I guess such a question might have been asked already, but I will try to keep it brief.
What is the primary factor for video performance in terms of playback and also just compatibility when it comes to Jellyfin setups?
Example:
In my case my machine hosting the video files is a Raspberry Pi 4. I assume it should be able to handle the task for passing around some data around the local home network.
Is it correct to assume that performance always lies within the client machine when it comes to video playback?
Experience so far:
No hickups on Computers running Jellyfin Client (Linux or Windows), nice and smooth experience.
Jellyfin on a Google Chromecast 4 plugged into a TV? Some older videos in 720p or encoded by maybe older encoders seem to run nicely, but some newer .mkv files at times take a lot to start running (or not at all) and at times even crash the app if you try to swap around subtitles.
Jellyfin on a smart TV (Hisense brand) - similar behavior to Chromecast, but slightly poorer, some video files will not load at all, no matter what Media Player is being used.
My ideal target: a smooth experience with Jellyfin on a TV with a remote (just hopping on a couch and press Play button).
While computers seem to never fail us, they are not as slick and easy to hide in the room, also TVs and smaller devices like Chromecast can run 24/7 silently.
I don't want to complicate things, was wondering if any of you have figured out any devices (models etc) that run smoothly and are easy to set up around the house.
Initially I was planning to buy more Chromecasts and spread them around my houses with the same setup in mind, but they are not quite bug free.
Thank you for your time reading this, I hope I can learn from you all.
What is the primary factor for video performance in terms of playback and also just compatibility when it comes to Jellyfin setups?
Example:
In my case my machine hosting the video files is a Raspberry Pi 4. I assume it should be able to handle the task for passing around some data around the local home network.
Is it correct to assume that performance always lies within the client machine when it comes to video playback?
Experience so far:
No hickups on Computers running Jellyfin Client (Linux or Windows), nice and smooth experience.
Jellyfin on a Google Chromecast 4 plugged into a TV? Some older videos in 720p or encoded by maybe older encoders seem to run nicely, but some newer .mkv files at times take a lot to start running (or not at all) and at times even crash the app if you try to swap around subtitles.
Jellyfin on a smart TV (Hisense brand) - similar behavior to Chromecast, but slightly poorer, some video files will not load at all, no matter what Media Player is being used.
My ideal target: a smooth experience with Jellyfin on a TV with a remote (just hopping on a couch and press Play button).
While computers seem to never fail us, they are not as slick and easy to hide in the room, also TVs and smaller devices like Chromecast can run 24/7 silently.
I don't want to complicate things, was wondering if any of you have figured out any devices (models etc) that run smoothly and are easy to set up around the house.
Initially I was planning to buy more Chromecasts and spread them around my houses with the same setup in mind, but they are not quite bug free.
Thank you for your time reading this, I hope I can learn from you all.