To hit a file size at 720p , your target bitrate depends entirely on the length of your video. Use these estimates for a standard MP4 (H.264) file: Video Length Target Bitrate (Video + Audio) Resulting Quality 30 Minutes Excellent (Crisp, near-lossless 720p) 60 Minutes Very Good (Standard web streaming quality) 90 Minutes Good (Acceptable for tutorials; slight artifacts)
Use H.264 (MP4) for the best compatibility across platforms like YouTube or Discord. 720p [1.18GB]
If your guide is very long, use Variable Bitrate (VBR) 2-pass encoding in tools like Handbrake . This ensures static screens (like menus) use less data, saving more space for high-action gameplay or movement. 2. Guide Structure Essentials To hit a file size at 720p ,
It sounds like you're looking to create a high-quality video guide that fits within a specific file size (1.18GB) at 720p resolution. This is a common target for balancing visual clarity with manageable storage or upload limits. This ensures static screens (like menus) use less