| Device | Plays HEVC? | Notes | |--------|-------------|-------| | iPhone (6S or later) / iPad | Yes | iOS native | | Android (8+) | Mostly | May need VLC | | Windows 10/11 | With HEVC extensions | Microsoft charges $0.99; use “HEVC Video Extensions from Device Manufacturer” for free | | macOS (High Sierra+) | Yes | QuickTime or IINA | | Smart TVs (2016+) | Usually | Samsung, LG, Sony | | Plex / Jellyfin | Yes | May require transcoding if client lacks HEVC |
Use HandBrake with preset “H.265 MKV 1080p” and audio set to “Passthru” if your source is high-quality. For pure audio listening, stick with FLAC—no HEVC needed. wish you were here hevc