YouTube plans to begin rolling out the next-generation AV2 video codec on the web in early 2027.
YouTube plans to begin rolling out the next-generation AV2 video codec on the web in early 2027.
Offering approximately 30% better compression efficiency than AV1, the new format aims to deliver sharper video, lower bandwidth usage, and smoother playback. AV2 also introduces improvements for HDR, higher frame rates, and multi-video streaming experiences.