

You can’t just head to Netflix’s website in Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.

Netflix says 5 Mbps will enable standard HD streaming in 1080p, however.Įven assuming you have the hardware and internet connection to enable 4K streaming, you have to use the right software. If your internet connection doesn’t meet this speed, you won’t be able to stream in Ultra HD 4K on any device. You can test your internet connection by heading to or by using Netflix’s own speed test tool. For example, in the screenshot below, “i7- 4790″ means we have a 4th generation Core i7 processor.Īccording to Netflix, you’ll also need an internet connection with at least 25 Mbps (Megabits per second) in download bandwidth for 4K streaming. Look for the “Processor” information under “Device Settings.” To determine the generation, look at the number after the dash.
NETFLIX 4K SUBSCRIPTION PC
You can discover whether your PC has a new enough CPU by heading to Settings > System > About. You’ll just need a fast enough processor to handle decoding that 4K content.
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However, some older processors reportedly work, and many AMD processors will also work. Netflix also says your PC needs an Intel 7th generation (Kaby Lake) processor or newer to stream. Netflix will only offer 4K streaming on your PC if high-bandwidth digital copy protection 2.2 is available.
NETFLIX 4K SUBSCRIPTION MANUAL
Check the manual that came with your monitor or look at the manufacturer’s specifications online to see if the monitor has this feature. The display must be capable of running at a 60 Hz refresh rate. You can check your display’s resolution by heading to Settings > System > Display and looking at the “Resolution” box. You’ll need a PC with a 4K display-that’s 3840×2160 pixels. To stream Netflix in “Ultra HD” on your TV, the only hardware you need is a 4K TV and a 4K-capable streaming box.
