Panasonic - Streaming 4K Ultra HD Hi-Res Audio DVD/CD/3D Wi-Fi Built-In Blu-Ray Player, DP-UB420-K - Black

This UB420 replaced a 20 yr old DVD/CD player. The UB420 was very easy to set up. I watched a few YouTube videos for recommended settings & to get the best performance from this player. Being able to play BR & 4K media is amazing & something our old player & TV didn't allow us to do. We miss the digital display on this unit but certainly not a deal breaker. The UB420 is perfect for non-audiophiles like us who just want to upgrade to a BR/4K player. The UB420 is a quality, well-made product that integrates well into our AV equipment.

Panasonic DP-UB420-K vs. PlayStation 5: Quick Comparison Panasonic DP-UB420-K: Purpose: Dedicated 4K Blu-ray player. Video Quality: Superior with 4K upscaling, HDR10+, and HLG support. Audio: Excellent support for high-resolution audio formats. Best For: Cinephiles who want top-tier movie watching experiences. PlayStation 5: Purpose: Gaming console with Blu-ray capabilities. Video Quality: 4K UHD Blu-ray with HDR, lacks HDR10+. Additional Features: Offers extensive gaming options, fast SSD, ray tracing, and integrated streaming. Best For: Gamers looking for a versatile console that also plays Blu-rays. Bottom Line: Choose the Panasonic DP-UB420-K for dedicated high-quality movie playback. Opt for the PlayStation 5 if you want a robust gaming system that also supports Blu-ray playback.

For all of you audio/videophiles out there, this is the budget friendly blu-ray player for you! Absolutely great picture quality and audio quality. With all the guts of the UB820, only missing Dolby Vision, this player shines! I've used it with both a Vizio M series and an Epson 6040UB projector and I was blown away with both. Considering getting an Xbox One X or another competitively priced player? Stop thinking and get this.

I spent a lot of time researching the best player for my 4K TV. I am in aw of how good 4K movies look on this 4K player rather than streaming a 4K movie. My only problem is with the remote. The arrow buttons are too close to other buttons. If I’m not looking at the remote there is a good chance I may accidentally hit the wrong button. Other than that, I love this player!!

If you do some research on 4K blu-ray disc players, you will quickly discover that many 4K disc players either skip or freeze often when playing 4K discs, even though the players are 4K Ultra HD disc players. This Panasonic unit plays my 4K discs smoothly. And this player comes with a full-size remote. Something the other brands don't offer! I recommend this player highly you will not be disappointed!