If you didn't have a chance to grab a Blu-ray player during Black Friday or Cyber Monday, there's still time to get a deal on one. While many people have moved to streaming services, for movie fans like me, physical media guarantees access to your favorites at any time and can look spectacular with the right viewing equipment. One of the absolute best 4K Blu-ray players is still on sale and can arrive before Christmas if you're splurging on a gift or want to overhaul your entertainment space ahead of hosting friends and family. Right now, the Panasonic DP-UB820 is on sale for just $370, which is a $130 discount (Walmart has inflated the list price a bit, and it usually retails for $500).
While the super premium Panasonic DP-UB900P sits atop of the company's 4K Blu-ray player lineup, given that it's more than double the price, it's only for people who truly demand the absolute best and will pay anything for it. For most people, the current Panasonic DP-UB820 that's on sale right now will more than suffice.
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Don't take my word for it. Both reviews and Reddit comments agree that this player is the one to get.
The thing that sets the DP-UB820 apart from other lower-priced 4K Blu-ray players is its image performance, sound performance and support for multiple HDR formats. This player supports HDR10 Plus, Dolby Vision and Hybrid Log-Gamma. It also tends to perform smoothly, without freezes or crashes.
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Both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X can play 4K Blu-rays. However, the Panasonic supports formats like HDR10 Plus and Dolby Vision for disc playback, whereas the PS5 and Xbox Series X don't. (Weirdly, the Xbox does support Dolby Vision for games and streaming apps.) You'll get more accurate color and detail from Panasonic. Plus, the Panasonic has two HDMI outputs, so one HDMI can be dedicated to video and the other to audio.
If you recently took advantage of the Cyber Week TV deals and want to be sure you're making the most of your new display, having a high-end dedicated Panasonic Blu-ray player is the way to go. Plus, you can also check out our full roundup of the best soundbars if you're looking to complete your home entertainment setup.
Why this deal on the Panasonic DP-UB820 matters
The Panasonic DP-UB820 is a premium Blu-Ray player from one of the top brands on the market, which means that it's a solid option for serious film buffs even at full price. Plus, this exact model rarely goes on sale -- let alone for over $100 off -- which makes this a rare opportunity to grab it for a low price. It's worth noting that it was $20 cheaper earlier this season, but it's still a great bargain at $370.
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