Convert AVI to PSP Video — Free Online Converter

Sony's PlayStation Portable (PSP) has a narrow set of supported video formats: H.264 Main Profile Level 3.0 in MP4 container, with AAC-LC audio, at resolutions up to 480x272 (PSP screen) or 720x480 for PSP-2000/3000 with TV output. AVI files with DivX, XviD, or MJPEG codecs will not play on PSP at all. Converting AVI to PSP Video creates an MP4 file specifically encoded to match the PSP's hardware decoder limitations — correct profile, level, resolution, and reference frame count.

The PSP's hardware decoder is extremely strict about H.264 compliance — even a standard MP4 may not play if it uses High Profile, exceeds Level 3.0, or has more than 3 reference frames. Converting to PSP Video format guarantees playback by targeting the exact H.264 configuration the PSP firmware expects. Despite being discontinued, the PSP remains popular for retro gaming and portable video playback in certain communities.