Testseek.com have collected 25 expert reviews of the Elgato Turbo.264 USB and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Elgato Turbo.264 USB.
January 2008
(83%)
25 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Abstract: Pros: Quick encoding; very simple to use Cons: Lack of encoding options Overall: For those with an AppleTV and an older Mac, this could be a worthwhile investment
Abstract: The turbo.264 steps up to the plate to address that very issue. it comes in the form of an USB device, roughly 83mm x 30mm x 12 mm in size, and a software application for your Mac. Once the application has been installed it will add itself to your fa...
Abstract: So in the end, I didn see any speed increases, but video quality was noticeably better when using the turbo.264 over a software-only solution like VisualHub. Is the turbo.264 worth the ~$100 price versus a $23 piece of shareware? Possibly, if you e using...
Small footprint, Fast encodes, Keeps system resources free while doing most of the dirty work, Solid one-click EyeTV support, Excellent value for the speed that can be achieved,
No encoding options are offered, Programs must be able to export using QuickTime, The quality was occasionally worse than other encoding tools, Cannot encode in HD. 780 support would have been welcomed.
Without a doubt, the Turbo exceeded my expectations. It didnt quite live up to Elgatos claim of "up to four times faster" in my tests, but it was able to convert every file I threw at it much faster than every other program Ive used on OS X. With a...
Small USB device
Massive assistance to slower systems
Frees up main CPU
Integrates with QuickTime Pro, Final Cut, and iMovie
Easy batch conversions
Cant convert DVDs directly
No custom settings
No subtitles from DVDs
If youre into video editing, or if you want to convert movies and avi files to Apple TV and iPod-friendly formats, the Elgato Turbo.264 is bound to be a great assistive device. If you have an older Mac computer and youve been considering an expensive...
Abstract: There are three types of things in my world: things I am sure I do not need, things I’m not sure I need, and things I am sure I need. There are many things I am sure I do not need: chrome mags for my Subaru, a pet tarantula, liposuction, a wing tat...
Abstract: Anyone who owns an EyeTV and uses it regularly to record shows for iPod and AppleTV viewing should definitely check out the turbo.264. The turbo means an EyeTV recording of a late night movie will have completed exporting for your iPod by the time you ...
Abstract: by David A. Saraceno H.264 delivers highly efficient, impressive quality video for the web, HD DVD and blu-ray™ discs, mobile platforms, and for Apples TV, iPod and iPhone devices. Although this low bandwidth codec produces remarkable footage, e...
Le turbo.264 d’Elgato est une vraie merveille pour les amateurs de films sur lecteur Mp3/video portable! Rapide, ultra simple et performant, le turbo.264 permet de gagner du temps tout en vous laissant utiliser votre ordinateur pour d’autres...
