Yes, there are several free video editing tools compatible with your Linux Mint system that utilize your GPU.
Yes, there are several free video editing tools compatible with your Linux Mint system that utilize your GPU.
Look for a video editor that leverages your GPU on the 1660ti. Since your CPU is an i5 6400 and you're short on time, prioritize programs optimized for GPU acceleration. Check open-source options like DaVinci Resolve or Shotcut, which can run smoothly on lower-end hardware. Avoid Windows if you want a free alternative.
Kdenlive is available for free, and it offers both free and paid versions. The free edition includes GPU-accelerated rendering, making it efficient for editing videos without needing a powerful GPU. The paid version removes this limitation.
Kdenlive offers full access without cost. You can find it at the provided download link. For additional details, visit their official site at https://kdenlive.org.
Yea kdenlive is a free tool. I've used it several times before, and it seems to have more issues, though its keyboard shortcuts worked well for me. It's built on the MLT framework and uses ffmpeg for video encoding/decoding. Resolve offers a free version but is restricted to one GPU and doesn't support hardware encoding/decoding for h.264/h265. It also tends to be selective about operating systems.
Kdenlive has some minor issues, though it has improved significantly in recent updates. The development team appears competent. Resolve functions effectively, but the workflow isn't quite right for my needs.
I'm not sure about the specifics of your workflow, but I understand you're looking for improvements in how Resolve manages video and color processing. It seems you find its handling of raw video and color quality beneficial, avoiding the need to switch between tools.
I find the multiple tabs confusing and feel it disrupts the flow of video editing. It reminds me of an installation wizard rather than a smooth workflow. The sequence in which tabs appear often forces back-and-forth navigation, making things less intuitive. For instance, the recommended method for adding blur during rough cuts seems unnecessarily complicated compared to other tools that let you apply it directly. I favor a clean interface where all options are at hand, as Kdenlive provides. Sure, my experience has been limited to short projects on platforms like YouTube, but that still matters.
Absolutely in line with what you said. I also handle a fair share of switching tasks, and I’d love to see more custom tabs available. I’ve spent quite a bit of time in Premiere where the layout feels much more adaptable, which really helps. I mostly respect their current order though. I won’t mess with effects or color until the final edit is complete. Usually it’s best to organize all media first.