Netflix 4K has a bitrate topping out around 16 Mbps (and often lower), Blu-ray 4K is something like 140 Mbps. Streaming services compress the hell out of video to save bandwidth. It’s like comparing MP3 and FLAC.
I find the easiest way to spot the quality difference is a dark scene. On streaming look at the dark areas. You’ll likely see bands and patches of different levels of black if you pay attention.
Even regular Blu-Rays are better quality than streaming.
4K-blurays are the definitive way to see movies at home.
Are they that much better?
Netflix 4K has a bitrate topping out around 16 Mbps (and often lower), Blu-ray 4K is something like 140 Mbps. Streaming services compress the hell out of video to save bandwidth. It’s like comparing MP3 and FLAC.
They compress the shit out of the audio too, don’t forget!
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If you have a good enough tv then it’s an extremely noticeable difference. Especially in big budget movies like Dune.
I find the easiest way to spot the quality difference is a dark scene. On streaming look at the dark areas. You’ll likely see bands and patches of different levels of black if you pay attention.