How do I convert HD to SD?

[flowoo]

Hello. My friend is unable to play HD videos because his processor is too slow and therefore it starts lagging after a while. So I want to help out.

Anyway, the file has the following specifics: 1280x720 x264 AAC VFR.mp4. How do i convert it to SD so that my friend can watch it without problems? I want as good quality as possible, of course. What program(s)/settings to use? Anyone who can help me out here?

[SatStorm]

You need to re-encode. It won't look the same ofcourse.

There are many programs for that task. I personally use Super which is not the best quality wise, but it does the job.

There are some ready presets to test yourself and see if you like that program.

[Braindrain]

For quality, I use either Xvid4PSP or AVS.