u/Appropriate_Metal392

Hi all

I’m new to ripping DVDs and setting up Plex. I’ve started converting my DVD collection to stream to my phone without creating huge files.

I’m using VideoPaw to handle ripping and converting. H.265 produces smaller files around 1 to 2 GB per movie, but some devices might have trouble playing it. H.264 is more compatible, but files are larger around 2 to 3 GB.

For mostly phone streaming, and sometimes on Fire Stick or laptop, is H.264 the safer choice, or will modern devices handle H.265 without issues? Some DVDs are old interlaced TV shows. Does that affect the choice of codec?

Any advice from people who have tried this would be helpful.

Just a chill question: What year or generation do you think was K-pop's real peak?

For me, it's 2016-2019. Curious where everyone else stands.

BTS's international breakthrough with The Wings Tour and Love Yourself era.

Blackpink's debut and immediate global impact.

TWICE's golden run of hits.

The last time most groups had full-length albums and proper promotion cycles.

Felt like the industry had both quality and momentum, not just numbers.