Use your Google TV Streamer (4K), Chromecast with Google TV (4K), or Chromecast Ultra to watch movies and TV shows in 4K Ultra HD and 4K HDR.
Note: Chromecast with Google TV (HD) doesn't support 4K playback.
4K Ultra HD, also known as Ultra High Definition or UHD, offers enhanced picture resolution up to 4 times greater than HD and 1080p. When combined with a 4K TV and 4K content, Google TV Streamer (4K), Chromecast with Google TV (4K), and Chromecast Ultra offer Ultra High Definition (4K Ultra HD) content with:
- Higher pixel resolution
- Smoother video
- Greater color depth
Meanwhile, 4K HDR, also known as Ultra High Definition premium or 4K HDR, is an exciting television technology that promises even better picture quality when watching movies or TV shows. You can expect:
- Greater color depth
- Brighter highlights
- Deeper blacks and whiter whites
- Wide color range
What you need
- A 4K compatible HDTV with an HDMI port that supports HDCP 2.2 and 60 frames per second (fps). Ports with these labels support HDCP 2.2:
- Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL)
- HDCP 2.2
- UHD, Ultra HD, 4K Ultra HD
- 4K
- Note: If you're using an AVR or soundbar, it needs to support HDCP 2.2.
- A high-speed internet connection of at least 20 Mbps (recommended)
- 4K programming from content providers (may require a subscription)
- Tip: To search for 4K content, use search terms like "4K," "HDR," and "UHD".
- A high speed HDMI cable
- Recommended length: Less than 6 feet (1.8 m)
- The power supply provided with your Google streaming device
Note: HDCP 2.2 is copy protection technology that's required to stream 4K Ultra HD and 4K HDR content.
Troubleshoot
- Check your setup includes everything listed in "What you need".
- Some TVs require you to manually turn on HDR from within the TV settings menu. Check your manual for instructions.
- If possible, update your TV's firmware.