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What is MP4?

MP4, or MPEG-4 Part 14, is a widely used digital multimedia container format. It can store video, audio, subtitles, and still images in a single file. MP4 is highly compatible across different devices and platforms, making it a popular choice for streaming, downloading, and sharing videos. It typically uses the H.264 or H.265 codecs for video compression, balancing quality and file size efficiently.

What is M4V?

M4V is a video container format developed by Apple, similar to MP4 but with a few key differences. It is commonly used for encoding video content in the iTunes Store. M4V files can include DRM protection, making them playable only on authorized Apple devices. Even without DRM, some players may not support M4V, which is why users often convert between MP4 and M4V depending on their playback needs.

MP4 vs. M4V

MP4 vs. M4V—let’s see which is better! Here's a detailed comparison:

Feature comparisons

M4V
MP4
FeatureM4V tierMP4 tier
File Extension
.m4v.mp4
Developer
Apple Inc.Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG)
Compression
Similar to MP4; sometimes includes Apple-specific optimizationsEfficient compression with high quality and smaller file sizes
Quality
Can support HD video, often used for TV shows and moviesSupports high-quality video including HD and 4K
Video Codec Support
Primarily H.264; designed for Apple ecosystemH.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG-4, VP9, AV1
Audio Codec Support
AAC, MP3; optimized for iTunes and Apple devicesAAC, MP3, AC3, Opus
Streaming Support
Optimized for iTunes streaming and downloadsWidely used for online streaming across platforms
Compatibility
Best supported on Apple devices and softwareUniversal support across devices and platforms
Use CasesiTunes content, Apple TV, iOS media appsWeb streaming, mobile playback, editing, sharing

Features

M4V
File Extension
.m4v
No
Developer
Apple Inc.
No
Compression
Similar to MP4; sometimes includes Apple-specific optimizations
No
Quality
Can support HD video, often used for TV shows and movies
No
Video Codec Support
Primarily H.264; designed for Apple ecosystem
No
Audio Codec Support
AAC, MP3; optimized for iTunes and Apple devices
No
Streaming Support
Optimized for iTunes streaming and downloads
No
Compatibility
Best supported on Apple devices and software
No
Use Cases
iTunes content, Apple TV, iOS media apps
No
MP4
File Extension
.mp4
No
Developer
Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG)
No
Compression
Efficient compression with high quality and smaller file sizes
No
Quality
Supports high-quality video including HD and 4K
No
Video Codec Support
H.264, H.265 (HEVC), MPEG-4, VP9, AV1
No
Audio Codec Support
AAC, MP3, AC3, Opus
No
Streaming Support
Widely used for online streaming across platforms
No
Compatibility
Universal support across devices and platforms
No
Use Cases
Web streaming, mobile playback, editing, sharing
No

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