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Originally Posted by basketkase543
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How much of a difference in file size would I get if I converted my mp3's to Ogg's. Is it worth it? Say, for example, a 3.5 MB file. About what would that equate to as an OGG file with comparable bitrate (say 128 or 192). Thanks.
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If you use the same bitrate - the file will be the same size.
Here is an example:
- A file encoded as a 164kps MP3 and is 4 minutes long will be: (164kpsx240secs)=3.94mb
- A file encoded as a 164kps OGG Vorbis and is 4 minutes long will be: (164kpsx240secs)=3.94mb
So no saving in space - as you are using the same kps per second using both codecs.
HOWEVER, using OGG Vorbis you can encode the file @ 96kps and it will sound the same (IMHO) as MP3 @ 164kps, therefore to get the SAME QUALITY music file on your system:
MP3= 3.9mb
OGG Vorbis= (240*96)=2.3mb
A saving in space of 42%
The saving comes in the ability to encode a file that will still sound the same but at a lower bitrate.
I hope that makes sense.