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YUV to ROQ - Online Video Converter
Convert YUV to ROQ online. Private, client-side - no uploadrequired. Batch conversion, quality presets, codec control.
Convert YUV to ROQ
Drop YUV video here or click to select
YUV, Y4M
ROQ (RoQ Video / RoQ Audio)
About YUV to ROQ
Convert YUV to ROQ. YUV holds raw planar pixels with no container or compression. RoQ is id Software's game-video format from Quake-era cinematics. Low frame rates stay low; do not expect motion smoothing..
Why convert YUV to ROQ?
- Smaller files with ROQ lossy compression.
- Keep animation and transparency where supported.
- Private, no upload - runs in your browser.
YUV vs ROQ
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Transparency | No | No |
| Compression | uncompressed | lossy |
| Typical use | YUV holds raw planar pixels with no container or compression. | RoQ is id Software's game-video format from Quake-era cinematics. |
When not to convert YUV to ROQ
- Skip ROQ for archival masters: lossy compression discards detail, so keep the YUV original.
- Keep a master copy: repeated exports stack small losses, so archive YUV before batch ROQ shares.
Limits
Starting point: YUV - YUV holds raw planar pixels with no container or compression. Dimensions must be set by hand since headers carry no size. Low frame rates stay low; do not expect motion smoothing. Encode ROQ (RoQ Video / RoQ Audio) from YUV at a bitrate near the source, and confirm the audio track before converting.
How conversion works
Conversion runs entirely in your browser with FFmpeg WASM. Files never leave your device.
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FAQ
How do I convert YUV to ROQ?
Drop your YUV file onto this page, choose quality and codec settings, then click Convert. The result downloads as ROQ instantly. All processing runs in your browser.
What codec is used for ROQ?
The default codec for ROQ is RoQ Video / RoQ Audio. You can change the video and audio codec in Advanced mode.
How do you store my files?
We do not store any processed videos. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using FFmpeg WASM.