Convert MKV to AVI
Max file size 100mb.
MKV vs AVI Format Comparison
Aspect | MKV (Source Format) | AVI (Target Format) |
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Format Overview |
MKV
Matroska Video
Open-source container supporting multiple audio, video, subtitles, and metadata tracks. Matroska |
AVI
Audio Video Interleave
Microsoft's legacy container format supporting various codecs in a simple stream. AVI |
Container/Codecs | Supports H.264, HEVC, VP9 video with AAC, Vorbis, MP3 audio. |
Typically uses DivX, XviD, or MPEG-4 codecs with MP3 or PCM audio. |
Compression | High compression efficiency with modern codecs. |
Less efficient, leading to larger file sizes for similar quality. |
Quality | Superior quality potential with advanced codecs. |
Good quality but limited by older codec capabilities. |
File Size | Variable, depending on codecs and settings. |
Generally larger than modern containers at comparable settings. |
Compatibility | Supported by VLC, MPC, FFmpeg; limited on default Windows Media Player. |
Broad support on Windows; works with most players without additional codecs. |
Streaming Support | Supports HTTP streaming; widely used online. |
Limited streaming support; mainly designed for local playback. |
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Metadata Support | Extensive: chapters, tags, attachments. |
Minimal: basic titles and timecodes. |
Why Convert MKV to AVI?
Converting MKV to AVI ensures compatibility with older Windows setups and media players that lack modern codec support.
Our converter uses FFmpeg to re-encode streams into DivX or XviD video and MP3 audio for broad playback support.
AVI remains a standard for legacy applications and simple editing workflows, allowing seamless integration with VirtualDub and other tools.