What happened
- Dell and HP have disabled hardware decoding for HEVC/H.265 video on certain notebook models.
- Reports come from Tom’s Hardware and Adrenaline.
Affected models
- HP: ProBook 460 G11, 465 G11, EliteBook 665 G11.
- Dell: support retained only on *premium* notebooks that include a dedicated GPU, *integrated 4K display*, and Dolby Vision.
Why
- The move is believed to be a cost-cutting response to planned increases in HEVC/H.265 licensing fees by patent holders in 2026.
Impact
- Users of affected models may see higher CPU load and reduced battery efficiency for HEVC playback without hardware decoding.
- Buyers should check device specs and vendor statements if HEVC hardware support is important.
Sources
- Tom’s Hardware, Adrenaline (reports on vendor changes and affected models).
