A full 1080p BluRay rip or a massive 4K UHD file can easily consume 30 to 50 gigabytes of data per season, if not more. A proper 720p BluRay rip utilizes advanced video codecs (like H.264 or HEVC/H.265) to compress the video files down to a fraction of that size—often under 10-12 gigabytes for the entire 10-episode season—without sacrificing noticeable visual clarity on standard screens. 2. Superiority Over Streaming Compression