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expired Posted by agent888 • Feb 22, 2025
Feb 22, 2025 2:40 AM
Panasonic UB820 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Player w/ HDR10+ & Dolby Vision
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It supports DV for games not movies. Don't get me wrong the Xbox is a serviceable player but this is definitely a step up from that.
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Bruh, HCX Processor isn't snake oil. Xbox doesn't have that. That's one of the many reasons this is far superior than using your gaming system.
There's too many advantages to list. The Panasonic UB820 is arguably the best 4k player under $500. If you don't need Dolby Vision then check out the Panasonic UB420. The UB420 has the same picture and audio quality but it doesn't have Dolby Vision.
Your best bet is to check out some professional reviews and comparisons to other players. Take what you read on SD with a grain of salt, including what I say.
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Returned it. Quality wasn't at all better than using firetv max w/ netlfix 4k DV content
Imagine ps5 pro would do same
Blu ray users are brain washed
Not true at all. I have a PS5 Pro and the UB820.
The Pro's 4K movie functionality is the exact same as the base PS5 and Xbox.
They don't offer Dolby Vision. And there's no HDR optimization.
If you are looking for the best possible movie experience, and you have a good Dolby Vision TV. The UB820 is the way to go.
It comes down to your setup. OLEDs and TVs with full array LED panels would show the most of what HDR DV content can do.
Consoles are more like convenient 4K players. They get the job done, and they still look better than any streaming service content. Not saying they are bad. They just aren't the "best".
People who buy the UB820 are looking for the best possible representation of what physical media has to offer. Unless you can get your hands on an Oppo or Panasonic 9000. Both of those are hard to find or sold by 3rd party these days.
And since physical media is dying, it's only a matter of time before Panasonic stops making these. Then the price really goes up.
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If the 4k upscaling is that good, why not save your money and be content with full HD?
I mean, the day is coming when upscaling will make old DVDs look like 4k or even 8k, so there will be diminishing returns on the massive cost of upgrading to 4k.
You would be better off putting resources into upgrading your audio to 7.2.4 surround if you haven't already. Invest once in quality speakers (Klipsch RP or better) and they will last 20-30+ years - a much better ROI than upgrading from HD to 4k to 8k to whatever the next format will be.
The Pro's 4K movie functionality is the exact same as the base PS5 and Xbox.
They don't offer Dolby Vision. And there's no HDR optimization.
If you are looking for the best possible movie experience, and you have a good Dolby Vision TV. The UB820 is the way to go.
It comes down to your setup. OLEDs and TVs with full array LED panels would show the most of what HDR DV content can do.
Consoles are more like convenient 4K players. They get the job done, and they still look better than any streaming service content. Not saying they are bad. They just aren't the "best".
People who buy the UB820 are looking for the best possible representation of what physical media has to offer. Unless you can get your hands on an Oppo or Panasonic 9000. Both of those are hard to find or sold by 3rd party these days.
And since physical media is dying, it's only a matter of time before Panasonic stops making these. Then the price really goes up.
I was about to say - these will be specialty collectors items one day
I have a Sony 77A80CJ (Costco version) TV.
I just bought this: Sony - BDP-S6700 Streaming 4K Upscaling Wi-Fi Built-In Blu-ray Player
I'm watching shows/movies from the DVD collection at my library. I noticed they have ZERO 4K DVDs, only standard and Blu Rays. I don't intend to rent or purchase 4K DVDs.
While, I understand this Blu Ray player is older, would I see any difference between the player I just purchased VS this one? Again, knowing I won't be watching 4K DVDs.
Thanks
The Pro's 4K movie functionality is the exact same as the base PS5 and Xbox.
They don't offer Dolby Vision. And there's no HDR optimization.
If you are looking for the best possible movie experience, and you have a good Dolby Vision TV. The UB820 is the way to go.
It comes down to your setup. OLEDs and TVs with full array LED panels would show the most of what HDR DV content can do.
Consoles are more like convenient 4K players. They get the job done, and they still look better than any streaming service content. Not saying they are bad. They just aren't the "best".
People who buy the UB820 are looking for the best possible representation of what physical media has to offer. Unless you can get your hands on an Oppo or Panasonic 9000. Both of those are hard to find or sold by 3rd party these days.
And since physical media is dying, it's only a matter of time before Panasonic stops making these. Then the price really goes up.
Having compared this(& 420) and 9000,OPPO.
I would add the benefit of those two isn't really worth the much higher price imo.
TBH the bigger benefit is on the audio side, if you have setup to take advantage of it.
Unlikely disc is going anywhere anytime soon.
We are at a point where content has surpassed the capabilities of equipment.
I have a Sony 77A80CJ (Costco version) TV.
I just bought this: Sony - BDP-S6700 Streaming 4K Upscaling Wi-Fi Built-In Blu-ray Player
I'm watching shows/movies from the DVD collection at my library. I noticed they have ZERO 4K DVDs, only standard and Blu Rays. I don't intend to rent or purchase 4K DVDs.
While, I understand this Blu Ray player is older, would I see any difference between the player I just purchased VS this one? Again, knowing I won't be watching 4K DVDs.
Thanks
It would but not worth the cost imo.
You could get a less expensive player like Sony x700.
I'm not sure that is worth the cost either though.
You could get a less expensive player like Sony x700.
I'm not sure that is worth the cost either though.
I couldn't pass up that deal knowing that I'm 95% sure I'll never own/rent a 4K DVD.
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