Optimized x265 Encoding: Achieving the "RARBG" Balance RARBG releases became famous for their consistent balance of small file sizes (often around for 1080p) and surprisingly good visual quality. To achieve or even improve upon these results, you can use modern x265 (HEVC) encoding parameters that prioritize efficiency and consistency . Key Settings for Better x265 Encodes
Re-encoding HDR (High Dynamic Range) content to SDR (Standard Dynamic Range) is difficult. Bad encodes result in washed-out colors and gray blacks. RARBG releases typically featured superior tone mapping algorithms.
For better sound at the same size: