What you're missing compared to the UB9000 above is the tank-like build and the support for some advanced music playback types, but a lot of people won't mind about that at all. You've also got a bunch of streaming services built-in, in case you want to use this as your main movie-viewing platform. This is obviously very nerdy stuff, but the end result is the best color reproduction you can find for movies, basically.

Panasonic’s HCX image processing works with a special chroma processor that can smartly turn the 4:2:0 color of Blu-ray into 4:4:4 before it reaches your TV. In our tests we found that this player may be more affordable, but it doesn't skimp on quality. The Panasonic DMP-UB820 is an ideal mid-range 4K Blu-ray player, delivering pretty much every video feature you could want-including full HDR support-but without costing as much as the UB9000 a the top of our list. It’s no surprise movie lovers say one of the best 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray players is essential. There are other benefits to Blu-rays, like the fact you truly own your movie collection and get stunning box art and behind-the-scenes extras that come on the disc. Although streaming services are popular, Blu-rays deliver video at a higher bitrate, bringing you more detail and realism. The best 4K Blu-ray players deliver the ultimate picture quality for watching movies and TV series at home. Matt Bolton, Managing Editor – Entertainment

It lacks a few features but is our top choice for excellent image quality on the cheap. If you're on a budget, check out the Sony UBP-X700. That's why the Panasonic DP-UB9000 is still our number one Blu-ray player for anyone keen to go all-in on image quality without breaking the bank, whereas the Panasonic DP-UB820 is our most-recommended choice if you're after a balance of quality and value. Movie lovers prefer Blu-rays, but because streaming services are incredibly popular there aren't many new Blu-ray players entering the market.

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