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v3.0 • Stable Release
Play any format.
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The complete video and audio codec solution for Windows. Trusted by over 28,351,609 users worldwide. No spyware, no ads, no bundled software.
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// Supported Formats
50+ Video & Audio Formats. One pack.
From legacy codecs to cutting-edge formats, X Codec Pack ensures compatibility with virtually every media file you encounter.
// Why X Codec Pack
Built different.
Not just another codec pack. A carefully curated collection that respects your system and your privacy.
Lightning Fast
Minimal footprint, maximum performance. Installs in seconds, runs efficiently on any hardware.
No Conflicts
Smart installation detects and resolves codec conflicts automatically. Works with your existing setup.
Windows 10 & 11
Built exclusively for 64-bit Windows 10 and 11. Optimized for modern hardware with full HDR and high-resolution support.
Clean Uninstall
Complete removal with one click. No registry junk, no leftover files, no traces.
Silent Install
Perfect for IT admins. Command-line installation for deployment across networks.
// Included Components
Professional-grade components.
X Codec Pack 3.0 includes carefully selected, industry-standard components.
// Tools & guides
There's more.
Alongside the codec pack itself, we publish free Windows utilities and format-specific guides for audio, video and codec work.
Format guide
HEVC on Windows
Check GPU hardware support, install the free H.265 codec, fix playback errors, and encode video to HEVC - all in one hub.
Read the guide
All in one place
All tools
Every free Windows utility we publish - audio converters, codec inspector, HEVC encoder, radio stream finder and more.
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Free tool
X HEVC Encoder
Encode video to H.265 with a simple Windows GUI. Supports libx265, x265 CLI, NVIDIA NVENC, AMD AMF and Intel QSV.
Download free
Reference
Codec Filters
Every DirectShow filter included in X Codec Pack, with per-filter pages covering version, supported formats and technical details.
Browse filters
Audio-only pack
X Audio Codec Pack
Smaller audio-only codec pack for Windows. Fixes missing AC3, DTS, FLAC and E-AC3 audio - useful on Windows 11 24H2.
Get audio pack
Compatibility
HEVC Hardware Support
Check whether your NVIDIA, AMD or Intel GPU supports HEVC hardware decoding for smooth 4K, 10-bit and HDR playback.
Check your GPU
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