Convert MP4 to 3GP

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MP4 vs 3GP Format Comparison

Aspect	MP4 (Source Format)	3GP (Target Format)
Format Overview	MP4 MPEG-4 Part 14 Modern container format based on QuickTime, optimized for streaming and mobile distribution. Modern	3GP 3rd Generation Partnership Project Mobile video format designed for 3G networks and older mobile devices with limited bandwidth and storage. Mobile Legacy
Container/Codecs	Supports H.264, H.265, AV1 video with AAC, MP3 audio; modern codec flexibility.	Uses H.263, MPEG-4 Part 2, or H.264 video with AMR-NB, AMR-WB, or AAC audio; optimized for mobile networks.
Compression	Advanced compression algorithms providing excellent quality-to-size ratio with modern codecs.	Aggressive compression optimized for minimal file size and low bandwidth transmission over mobile networks.
Quality	High quality up to 4K and 8K with advanced encoding techniques.	Low to medium quality (176x144 to 320x240 typically) optimized for small screens and network limitations.
File Size	Efficient (1-50 MB per minute) with variable bitrate encoding for optimal size.	Very small (0.5-5 MB per minute) with extremely low bitrates for mobile network transmission.
Compatibility	Universal compatibility across modern devices, browsers, and streaming platforms.	Excellent compatibility with older mobile phones, 3G devices, and basic multimedia messaging systems.
Streaming Support	Excellent streaming capabilities with adaptive bitrate and modern protocols.	Basic streaming support designed for low-bandwidth mobile networks and MMS delivery.
Use Cases	Online video streaming Mobile and tablet playback Social media platforms Modern web applications	Older mobile phone playback MMS video messaging Low-bandwidth environments Legacy device support
Advantages	Modern codec support Excellent compression efficiency Universal device compatibility Advanced streaming features	Extremely small file sizes Optimized for mobile networks Wide legacy mobile support MMS compatibility
Disadvantages	Limited legacy device support Complex container structure Potential compatibility issues with older systems	Very low video quality Limited resolution support Outdated compression technology Poor modern device support
Tooling & Ecosystem	Modern video editing software Streaming platforms and CDNs Mobile apps and web players	Basic mobile video tools MMS messaging systems Legacy mobile applications
Metadata Support	Comprehensive metadata support including chapters, subtitles, and extensive tagging capabilities.	Minimal metadata support with basic title and duration information only.
Network Optimization	Optimized for modern broadband and WiFi networks with adaptive streaming capabilities.	Specifically designed for 3G mobile networks with limited bandwidth and unreliable connections.
Battery Usage	Moderate battery consumption with hardware acceleration support on modern devices.	Low battery consumption due to simple codecs and low processing requirements.

Why Convert MP4 to 3GP?

Converting MP4 to 3GP creates extremely small video files optimized for older mobile devices and low-bandwidth environments. 3GP format is essential for MMS video messaging and ensures compatibility with legacy mobile phones that cannot handle modern video formats.

Our converter transforms your MP4 videos into the compact 3GP format while maintaining acceptable quality for mobile viewing. The conversion dramatically reduces file size, making videos suitable for sharing via MMS or storing on devices with limited memory.

3GP files are perfect for reaching users with older mobile devices, sending video messages via MMS, or distributing content in areas with limited internet connectivity. This format is ideal when maximum compatibility with legacy mobile devices is more important than video quality.