Streaming on a budget focuses on affordable options and smart choices.
Streaming on a budget focuses on affordable options and smart choices.
Yes, you can stream with an i5 10400F using x264 instead of NVENC. It’s possible to run the CPU for encoding while keeping GPU usage moderate.
You can technically achieve this, but nvec offers minimal impact on your GPU performance. If you don’t already have the required CPU, that’s a big limitation. Consider using a 3600/10600k processor and a Z-series board or a solid B450/550 board.
Thanks for the idea. I’m basically an enthusiast of high-end specs. I was thinking about the 3600 but now I’ve got the 10400f locally. That makes me lean toward that model. My GPU is pretty outdated—it’s just a 1050ti. I’d rather skip it. Plus, I need a stable stream without any frame drops that the 1050ti can’t handle.
This version avoids using nvec and instead relies on the older Pascal/Volta encoder. Since it's a hardware encoder, it should perform well without major slowdowns. For better results, x264 is recommended over the older encoder.
The tool offers the choice to use NVENC encoding. I previously relied on this for basic live streams, but the output lacked smoothness. I’m planning an upgrade and am deciding between the Intel 10400F and the R5 3600. The R5 3600 performs better in my opinion. My main concern is whether adjusting settings can eliminate frame drops when using the X264 encoder on the 10400F.