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 10.10.3 (Docker)
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Intel i3 12100
Intel Arc A380
OS drive - SK Hynix P41 1TB
Storage
3x WD Red Pro 6TB CMR in RAIDZ1 (JF Library)