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Free online AVI to XVID converter

How to convert AVI files to Xvid format using HandBrake and other software options for efficient video compression.

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Understanding AVI and Xvid file formats

AVI (Audio Video Interleave) is a multimedia container format introduced by Microsoft. It is widely used for storing video and audio data in a single file, allowing synchronous audio-with-video playback. AVI files can contain both audio and video data in a file container that allows synchronous audio-with-video playback.

Xvid is a video codec library following the MPEG-4 video coding standard, specifically MPEG-4 Part 2 Advanced Simple Profile (ASP). Unlike AVI, Xvid is not a container format but a codec used to compress and decompress video files to save storage space and improve file transfer speed.

How to convert AVI to Xvid

Converting an AVI file to Xvid involves re-encoding the video data using the Xvid codec. This process can be done using various software tools that support video conversion and codec selection.

Best software for AVI to Xvid conversion

One of the best software options for converting AVI to Xvid is HandBrake. HandBrake is a free, open-source video transcoder that supports a wide range of formats and codecs, including Xvid.

To convert using HandBrake, follow these steps:

  • Open HandBrake and click on File to import your AVI file.
  • Select the Video tab and choose Xvid as the codec.
  • Adjust any additional settings as needed, such as resolution or bitrate.
  • Click Start to begin the conversion process.

Alternative software options

Other software options include Any Video Converter and Freemake Video Converter. Both offer user-friendly interfaces and support for a variety of formats, including Xvid.


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AVI vs XVID: format comparison

How the AVI and XVID formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the AVI and XVID file formats
Property .AVI Audio Video Interleave .XVID Xvid video
Format type Container Codec
Compression Both Lossy
Maximum resolution 8K and above HD (1080p)
Audio tracks Multiple —
Subtitles Embedded in the file —
Streaming Partial Partial
Opens in a web browser No No
Typical file size Large Small
Open standard Partly open Partly open
Introduced 1992 2001
Developer Microsoft Xvid team
MIME type video/x-msvideo —

Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org

Frequently asked questions

Is the AVI to XVID converter free?

Yes, converting AVI to XVID on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.

How large can my AVI file be?

You can upload AVI files up to 30 MB and convert up to 1 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 200 MB per file and 1 files at once, see our plans.

What happens to my uploaded files?

Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.

Do I need to install any software to convert AVI to XVID?

No. The AVI to XVID conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.

Did the conversion fail?

In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid AVI file for this AVI to XVID conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.

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