MP3 versus mp3PRO / VQF
- VQF files are around 20% bigger than mp3PRO files. Reference sources state that a VQF file of 96 kbps is equivalent to a typical mp3PRO file with 80 kbps.
- VQF files are around 25–35 % smaller than conventional MP3 files. Reference sources state that a VQF file of 96 kbps is equivalent to a typical MP3 file with 128 kbps.
- The downside is increased computer utilization, so a Pentium II PC is recommended as minimum when using VQF files.
- Another disadvantage of the VQF format is its slower encoding speed.
- Nero users can use VQF free of charge - and that's a major bonus.