DivX Encoding Times

[neo_anderson]

ok, here it goes,
XviD has a smaller 1st pass, nero digital has a smalled 1st pass, even divx converter has a smalled 1st analyzing pass, then why does divx encoding manually is like, extreme for both passes, i mean, it takes around the same time for both passes? or should i use balanced for 1st pass and extreme or insane for second?
also, will a divx 6 encoded avi, with srt subs and mp3 or aac audio, all this in mkv container work?

[Gej]

You definitely can use the “balanced” mode for your first pass (not the “fastest” though), also Psychovisual and H263-optimized should be avoided during first pass. Thought, make sure to keep the resolution, B frame, MPEG4 options consistent.