That is probably for the best. It will 100% be a better experience. There is a reason that the jellyfin devs suggest 8th gen Intel and newer due to the better codec support in QSV.
Jellyfin 10.10.7 (Docker)
Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS w/HWE
Intel i3 12100
Intel Arc A380
OS drive - SK Hynix P41 1TB
Storage
4x WD Red Pro 6TB CMR in RAIDZ1