Topaz Video AI

AI upscaling that preserves detail and texture

The core feature uses models trained on video data to increase resolution while maintaining natural-looking detail. Unlike simple interpolation, the AI reconstructs texture and sharpness based on learned patterns from high-quality video sources.

Business outcome: Deliver 4K or 8K masters from HD or lower-resolution source footage without visible artifacts or unnatural smoothing.

Intelligent noise and grain removal

The denoising models distinguish between actual image noise and fine detail, removing the former while preserving the latter. This is particularly valuable for footage shot in low light or on older camera sensors.

Business outcome: Clean, usable footage from noisy sources, reducing the need for reshoots or complex compositing fixes.

Frame-level stabilization without cropping penalties

The stabilization feature analyzes motion across frames and corrects for camera shake. It is designed to work with the upscaling pipeline so that stabilization and resolution enhancement can be applied in a single pass.

Business outcome: Smooth, watchable footage from handheld or unstable camera work, with minimal loss of frame area.

Frame rate conversion for slow motion or format changes

The AI generates intermediate frames between existing ones, allowing conversion from 24fps to 60fps or creating smooth slow-motion effects. The models are trained to minimize motion artifacts common in traditional frame blending.

Business outcome: Seamless slow-motion effects or format-compliant frame rates without the jitter or ghosting of standard interpolation methods.

Queue-based batch processing for efficiency

Users can queue multiple clips with different settings and let the tool process them sequentially. This is critical for production environments where time is a factor and manual per-clip processing is not feasible.

Business outcome: Process large volumes of footage overnight or during off-hours, maximizing hardware utilization and minimizing active labor costs.

Real-time preview before committing to export

Before starting a full export, users can preview a short segment of the processed clip to verify settings. This reduces wasted compute time on incorrect configurations.

Business outcome: Avoid costly re-renders by confirming output quality on a representative sample before processing the entire clip.

• Trusted by over 1 million photographers and filmmakersThe website states that Topaz Video AI is trusted by over 1 million photographers and filmmakers, with testimonials from users like Victor Perez (Co-Founder of Krea) and Trustpilot reviews praising its sharpening and ease of use.
• Multiple subscription plans with video cloud creditsTopaz Video AI is available through several plans: Astra Standard ($39/mo or $19/mo limited offer) includes 400 credits per month (about 10 minutes of HD video), 4K output, and all render modes. Topaz Studio ($34/mo billed annually or $69/mo) includes Topaz Video plus all other Topaz apps, unlimited local rendering, and 300 monthly video cloud credits.
• Cloud-based video enhancement with fast renderingAstra Standard offers fast rendering and allows processing 2 videos at once, with video storage included. Additional credits cost $0.10 each. The service supports 4K output and all render modes.
• Part of Topaz Studio's all-app bundleTopaz Studio includes Topaz Video, Topaz Photo, Topaz Gigapixel, Topaz Mobile, Bloom, Astra, and Topaz Image. It offers unlimited local rendering and 300 monthly video cloud credits, making it the best value for users needing multiple apps.

• Limited commercial use restrictionsAll plans listed have 'Limited commercial use' which applies to personal and commercial use for organizations under $1M USD annual revenue. Users above this threshold may need to check for different licensing terms.
• Cloud credits expire monthlyFor Topaz Studio, the 300 monthly video cloud credits expire at the end of each month and do not roll over. This means unused credits are lost, so users must plan their usage accordingly.
• Concurrency limits on cloud processingAstra Standard allows 2 video concurrency (processing 2 videos at once). Topaz Studio also has a 2-image cloud concurrency limit. These limits may affect users with high-volume needs.
• Pricing and offers are time-limitedThe page shows a 'Limited time offer—save up to 50%' with prices like $19/mo for Astra Standard (regular $39/mo) and $12/mo for Topaz Image Web (regular $19/mo). These promotional prices may not be permanent, and the $399 annual billing for Topaz Studio is an alternative to the $69/mo monthly rate.

Restoring archival footage for documentary

A documentary team working with 1980s news footage can upscale to 4K and remove grain, making the material suitable for modern broadcast standards without losing historical character.

Preparing low-res clips for high-res projects

A commercial editor integrating smartphone footage into a 4K project can upscale the clips to match the timeline resolution, avoiding jarring quality differences.

Creating smooth slow motion from standard frame rates

A sports videographer can convert 60fps footage into 240fps slow motion using frame interpolation, creating dramatic slow-motion effects without high-speed cameras.

Cleaning up noisy footage for client delivery

A wedding videographer who shot in low light can use denoising to salvage footage that would otherwise be unusable, ensuring client satisfaction.

Download and install Topaz Video AI from the official website. The free trial is available immediately without payment.

Import your footage into the application. Supported formats include MP4, MOV, and common camera codecs.

Select the processing model (upscale, denoise, stabilize, or interpolate) and adjust settings in the preview window to verify output quality.

Add the clip to the processing queue and let the tool render the output. For batch work, queue multiple clips and run them overnight.