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# Video Telematics 101

This section covers the technical foundations of dash cam hardware, from the processors and codecs inside devices to structured methods for benchmarking video quality under real fleet conditions.

## Contents

* [Inside the dashcam: what really powers video telematics](/docs/expert-center/vehicle-telematics-technology/video-telematics/video-telematics-101/inside-the-dashcam-what-really-powers-video-telematics.md): How SoC architecture determines AI capability, compression, and feature support across budget and premium chips.
* [H.264 vs H.265 in fleet telematics: Cracking the codec puzzle](/docs/expert-center/vehicle-telematics-technology/video-telematics/video-telematics-101/h.264-vs-h.265-in-fleet-telematics-cracking-the-codec-puzzle.md): Comparing compression efficiency, thermal load, and licensing costs to guide dashcam deployment decisions.
* [What makes dash cam video reliable for fleets? A benchmarking guide](/docs/expert-center/vehicle-telematics-technology/video-telematics/video-telematics-101/what-makes-dash-cam-video-reliable-for-fleets-a-benchmarking-guide.md): Evaluating driver monitoring sensitivity, HDR performance, and low-light handling under real fleet conditions.


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