AVC/H.264 10-bit decode

[Stubbly3343]

The hardware encoding and decoding capabilities of the Intel Arc discrete GPU are generally quite good, but it notably lacks support for AVC/H.264 10-bit. I suspect this isn’t due to a hardware limitation but rather to firmware, driver, or software issues. However, since I’m not an expert, I’d like to ask whether it’s feasible to add AVC/H.264 10-bit codec support (particularly for decoding) to the Intel Arc discrete GPU? Certain camcorders and cameras use this format, so adding this capability would greatly facilitate video editing and playback. My previous posts kept getting marked as spam, so I post it again here. Sorry for bothering.

[DeancR_Intel]

Hi Stubbly3343,

Thank you for contacting Intel support regarding AVC/H.264 10-bit codec support on Intel Arc discrete GPUs.

I understand your inquiry about the feasibility of adding AVC/H.264 10-bit decoding support, particularly for video editing and playback from camcorders and cameras that use this format. This is indeed a valuable feature request that would benefit content creators and video professionals.

To better assist you and provide accurate information about current codec capabilities and potential solutions, I'll need some additional system information:

Could you please provide an Intel SSU (System Support Utility) report? You can download it from: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000005567/processors.html

If you're not comfortable sharing the SSU report, please provide the following details:

• CPU model and specifications
• Specific Intel Arc GPU model (A380, A750, A770, B580, etc.)
• Current graphics driver version
• System model (laptop brand/model or desktop motherboard)
• RAM amount and configuration

Your question involves technical specifications and potential firmware/driver capabilities that require detailed discussion. For faster communication and to provide you with the most accurate and comprehensive information about current codec support limitations and potential future developments, I'd like to schedule a phone call.

Best regards, 

Dean R. 

Intel Customer Support Technician 

[Stubbly3343]

Since this is not a bug but a feature request, I decided not to share too many unnecessary details.

CPU model: i5-12400F
GPU model: A750
Driver version: 32.0.101.6989
Motherboard: Asus Prime H610m-e D4
RAM: DDR4-3200 CL16 32(16×2)GB

After Apple and Team Green added AVC/H.264 10-bit support, this feature has regained attention. Given that codec capabilities are an area of importance for Intel, I hope Intel will follow suit. Thank you.

[DeancR_Intel]

Hi Stubbly3343,

Thank you for providing your system specifications and for your valuable feedback regarding AVC/H.264 10-bit codec support on Intel Arc discrete GPUs.

I understand your perspective that this is a feature request rather than a technical issue, and I acknowledge your point about the growing importance of AVC/H.264 10-bit support in the industry, especially following implementations by other major players in the market.

Your feedback about the need for this codec capability to facilitate video editing and playbook from camcorders and cameras that use this format is very valuable. Content creators and video professionals would indeed benefit significantly from having comprehensive codec support, and I recognize that this is an important consideration for Intel Arc GPU users.

I want to assure you that your feedback regarding AVC/H.264 10-bit codec support will be documented and shared with our product development teams. Customer input like yours is crucial in helping us understand market needs and prioritize feature development for future driver updates and product enhancements.

While I cannot provide specific timelines or commitments regarding when or if this feature might be implemented, I can confirm that your request has been noted and will contribute to our ongoing product development discussions.

Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback with us. Your input helps us better understand what features are important to our user community.

Best regards,

Dean R.

Intel Customer Support Technician

[Stubbly3343]

Thank you for considering my suggestion. Hope Intel’s discrete graphics continue to improve. If this feature is added in the future, could I be notified? Thanks.