With the rise of 4K screens and content, many people are wondering if their existing devices, such as their PS4 gaming consoles, can play 4K Blu-rays. In this blog post, we’ll answer the question of whether a PS4 can play 4K Blu-rays and explore other options for watching this type of content.

To start off, the short answer is no, a standard PS4 cannot play 4K Blu-rays. The PS4 is capable of playing regular Blu-ray discs and DVD discs, but it doesn’t have a 4K Blu-ray drive. If you want to play 4K Blu-rays on your PS4, you’ll need to upgrade to a PS4 Pro. The PS4 Pro features a 4K Blu-ray drive, along with improved graphics and performance in games.

If you don’t want to upgrade to a PS4 Pro, there are other options for playing 4K Blu-rays. You can purchase a standalone 4K Blu-ray player, which will give you the best picture and sound quality. These players can range from a couple of hundred dollars to over a thousand, depending on the features you’re looking for. One of the most highly recommended 4K Blu-ray players on the market is the Sony UBP-X700, which offers excellent value for its price.

Another option for playing 4K Blu-rays is a streaming device. Many streaming devices, such as the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K or the Roku Ultra, offer apps that allow you to stream 4K movies and TV shows. You’ll need a fast internet connection and a subscription to a streaming service that offers 4K content, such as Netflix or Amazon Prime Video. While streaming won’t offer the same picture and sound quality as a physical 4K Blu-ray disc, it can still deliver a great experience.

It’s worth noting that if you do decide to upgrade to a PS4 Pro or purchase a standalone 4K Blu-ray player, you’ll need a 4K TV to fully enjoy the benefits of 4K content. A 4K TV has a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, which is four times the resolution of a standard 1080p TV. Without a 4K TV, your 4K Blu-rays will still play, but they won’t look nearly as good as they should.