SRT vs RTMP Comparison Tool
Compare SRT and RTMP protocols for live contribution. Analyze performance under packet loss, latency requirements, and distance.
SRT vs RTMP
Infrastructure%
Mbps
sec
km
SRT (Recommended)
Effective Throughput: 9.9 Mbps
Latency: 1.5s
Quality Score: 98%
Best for: Remote contribution, unreliable networks
RTMP
Effective Throughput: 8.5 Mbps
Latency: 3s
Quality Score: 85%
Best for: Legacy systems, short distances
Protocol Comparison
| Feature | SRT | RTMP |
|---|---|---|
| Packet Loss Recovery | Excellent | Poor |
| Latency | Low (configurable) | Medium |
| Encryption | Built-in (AES) | None |
| Firewall Traversal | Good | Poor |
| Adoption | Growing | Universal |