Hi,

I need to convert video for http streaming. Source videos will be in all kind of formats, resolution 720p or 1080p. Converted video must be 720p with total bitrate (audio+video) under 2 mbps with quality as good as possible. Converting will be done in Linux using ffmpeg. I'm looking for parameters to run it with in order to achieve best quality.

Also - is there any point in getting let's say Sandy Bridge i7? How many threads/videos at once can ffmpeg effectively convert?

Thanks for any help!