Video Upscale (Runway)
Video Upscale from Runway increases video resolution by 4x using AI enhancement technology.
Overview
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Provider | Runway |
| Cost | 200 credits |
| Modality | Video Tool |
| Input | Video |
| Output | Video |
What It's Best For
- Resolution increase — 4x upscaling
- Quality enhancement — Improve old videos
- Professional output — Broadcast quality
- Archive restoration — Enhance old footage
- Social media — Better quality uploads
Inputs
Video (Required)
Video to upscale.
Connection Color: 🟢 Green
Configuration
Scale
Type: Select
Default: 4x
2x or 4x upscaling.
Denoise
Type: Toggle
Default: On
Apply noise reduction.
Frame Interpolation
Type: Toggle
Default: Off
Smooth motion with additional frames.
Output
Type: Video
Connection Color: 🟢 Green
Use Cases
HD to 4K
Upscale 1080p video to 4K,
maintain quality, enhance details.
Old Footage
Restore and enhance old video,
reduce noise, improve clarity.
Social Media
Upscale for better quality uploads,
sharper video, professional look.
Tips for Best Results
- Start with best source — Better input = better output
- Enable denoise — For noisy footage
- Consider interpolation — For smoother motion
- Check output size — 4x increases file size significantly
Comparison
| Feature | Runway | Topaz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Scale | 4x | 4x |
| Denoise | ✅ | ✅ |
| Frame Interpolation | ✅ | ✅ |
| Speed | Medium | Slower |
| Cost | 200 credits | 300 credits |
Related Models
- Video Upscale (Topaz) — Alternative
- Upscaler — Image upscaling
- Auto Caption — Add captions