AVI files often use codecs like DivX, XviD, or MJPEG that Android devices cannot decode natively. Android's media framework (Stagefright/MediaCodec) supports H.264 and H.265 video in MP4 containers with AAC audio as the standard playback configuration. Converting AVI to Android Video re-encodes your footage into an Android-optimized MP4 profile with H.264 Baseline or Main profile, AAC-LC audio, and resolution/bitrate settings matched to common Android screen sizes — ensuring smooth playback without third-party apps.

While apps like VLC for Android can play AVI files, native playback through the Gallery app, Google Photos, or Android's built-in media player requires H.264/MP4. Converting to Android Video format eliminates stuttering, audio sync issues, and codec errors that occur when Android attempts to software-decode DivX or XviD in AVI containers. The result is smooth, battery-efficient hardware-accelerated playback.

The conversion uses FFmpeg to decode the AVI input and re-encode to H.264 (Baseline Profile Level 3.1 for broad compatibility, or Main Profile for newer devices) at a resolution matching common Android screens (720p for phones, 1080p for tablets/TVs). Audio is encoded to AAC-LC at 128–192 kbps stereo. The output is wrapped in an MP4 container with the moov atom at the beginning (faststart) for instant playback. Frame rate is maintained at the source rate or capped at 30 fps for older devices.

Resolution: 1920x1080

Bitrate: 8-12 Mbps

H.264 recommended for fast processing

Resolution: 1080x1080

Bitrate: 3.5 Mbps

Square or 9:16 for Reels

Resolution: 1080x1920

Bitrate: 4 Mbps

9:16 vertical, under 60s ideal

Resolution: 1280x720

Bitrate: 5 Mbps

Under 140s, 512MB max

Resolution: 960x540

Bitrate: 2 Mbps

16MB limit for standard, 64MB for document

Resolution: 1280x720

Bitrate: 4 Mbps

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H.264/AAC in MP4 is supported on Android 3.0+ (API 11). Virtually every Android device sold since 2011 plays this format natively through hardware decoding.

For phones with 5–6 inch screens, 720p is sufficient and produces smaller files. For tablets or phones with QHD+ displays, 1080p provides noticeably sharper video.

Yes. Google Photos handles H.264 MP4 files natively for playback, sharing, and even basic editing on Android.

Yes. Select the 'original' resolution option to preserve the source dimensions. However, downscaling to match your device's screen saves storage without visible quality loss.

AVI files often contain DivX, XviD, or MJPEG codecs that Android's hardware decoder does not support. The built-in player fails, showing errors or black screens. Converting to H.264/MP4 solves this.

Soft subtitles in the AVI are not transferred to the Android-optimized output by default. Burn subtitles into the video (hardcode) during conversion if you need them.

Device	AVI	Android Video
Windows PC	Native	Partial
macOS	Partial	Partial
iPhone/iPad	Partial	Partial
Android	Partial	Partial
Linux	Partial	Partial
Web Browser	No	No

Feature	AVI	Android Video
Full Name	Audio Video Interleave	Android Compatible Video
Extension	.avi	.mp4
Best For	Windows native	Android optimized

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