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Panasonic 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray Player
DP-UB820GNK
Product Overview
Key Features
- 4K Ultra HD upscaling, HDR10-plus, HLG, Dolby Vision, no storage
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio support
- FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF, DSD, WMA, AAC, MP3, MKV, MP4, TS
- BD-ROM, BD-RE, BD-R, BD-RE DL, BD-R DL, MPEG2 discs
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Panasonic
- Model Number:
- DP-UB820GNK
- Playback Formats:
- FLAC/ WAV/ ALAC/ AIFF/ DSD (DFF, DSF)/ WMA/ AAC/ MP3
- Upscaling:
- Up to 4K
- Resolution Type:
- HD
- Storage Capacity:
- None
- Type:
- Blu-ray Player
Media Players
- Tuner:
- Built in analog tuner
- Compatible Video Formats:
- MKV, MP4, TS
- Compatible Disc Formats:
- BD-ROM (Version 2.4), BD-RE/ BD-RE DL (Ver.2.1), BD-R (Ver.1.3/ LTH Type Ver.1.3) / BD-R DL (Ver.1.3), MPEG2
Screen Features
- HDR Formats:
- HDR10-plus, HLG, Dolby Vision
Audio
- Audio Technologies:
- Dolby Digital/ TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio/ DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby Atoms/ DTS:X
- Compatible Audio Formats:
- FLAC/ WAV/ ALAC/ DSD/ WMA/ AAC/ MP3/ AIFF
Connections
- Wireless Connections:
- IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Built-in)
- Outputs:
- 2x HDMI, Optical, Analogue Audio LR, Analogue Audio 7.1ch, LAN (Ethernet) Terminal, 2x USB (2.0,3.0)
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- MP4/ MKV/ TS (H.264/ HEVC) Up to 3840x2160 25p/ 30p, 4096x2160 24p, Dolby Digital Plus, TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus, TrueHD
- What's In The Box:
- Remote Control, 2x Batteries for remote control, AC mains lead
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 1 Year
Media Players
- Tuner:
- Built in analog tuner
- Compatible Video Formats:
- MKV, MP4, TS
- Compatible Disc Formats:
- BD-ROM (Version 2.4), BD-RE/ BD-RE DL (Ver.2.1), BD-R (Ver.1.3/ LTH Type Ver.1.3) / BD-R DL (Ver.1.3), MPEG2
Audio
- Audio Technologies:
- Dolby Digital/ TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio/ DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby Atoms/ DTS:X
- Compatible Audio Formats:
- FLAC/ WAV/ ALAC/ DSD/ WMA/ AAC/ MP3/ AIFF
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Additional Features:
- MP4/ MKV/ TS (H.264/ HEVC) Up to 3840x2160 25p/ 30p, 4096x2160 24p, Dolby Digital Plus, TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS HD Master Audio, Dolby Digital Plus, TrueHD
- What's In The Box:
- Remote Control, 2x Batteries for remote control, AC mains lead
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 62
- Product Width (mm):
- 430
- Product Depth (mm):
- 204
- Product Weight (kg):
- 2.4
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 290
- Box Width (mm):
- 130
- Box Depth (mm):
- 550
- Box Weight (kg):
- 3
Product Reviews of Panasonic 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray Player
Overall Rating Snapshot
4.4 out of 5 stars from 57 reviews
91% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Exceptional upscaling for older DVDs and Blu-ray, great for collectors
- Outstanding picture and sound quality, noticeable improvement over streaming
- Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10, Dolby Atmos, with twin HDMI for older amps
- Easy to set up and use, intuitive menus, fast operation and disc access
- Build quality is light and plasticky; remote lacks backlighting and ergonomic design
- Pricey, limited app selection, multi-region DVD unlocking can be difficult
Pros
Quality (16)
Easy (8)
Value (3)
Aesthetic (1)
Reliable (1)
Cons
Niche (1)
great features
the upscaling for older dvds is great very happy with the purchase
Bill
Confirmed purchase 5 August 2026
Published on 2 September 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Panasonic 820
Great product beautiful picture quality twin HDMI for older amps
Anthony Coleiro
Confirmed purchase 4 June 2026
Published on 30 June 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Best picture
Great for that cinematic experience
Jay
Confirmed purchase 20 January 2026
Published on 10 February 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Best on the market
Very glad we bought it, excellent product. Great output.
Elle
Confirmed purchase 15 December 2025
Published on 10 January 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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DOES THE JOB
Not much to choose from and settled on Panasonic. Decent player, wouldn’t spend the extra on this model though. Go the entry level for half the price, just as good.
Trent
Confirmed purchase 28 October 2025
Published on 21 November 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great product Panasonic 820 4K BLU RAY PLAYER
The improvement in the sound delivered from the Panasonic 820 blu ray player from my old unit is very impressive and not to mention the picture quality it’s a great 4K player and I would recommend it to anyone that appreciates good sound and picture performance
Morris Beer
Confirmed purchase 17 July 2025
Published on 13 August 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Best 4K player
Perfect in every way
Paul
Confirmed purchase 17 July 2025
Published on 12 August 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Top performance for sensible money.
Physical media is 'niche' in this streaming era. But still essential if you have a collection of TV shows and movies on DVD and Blu-ray., and want the best performance out of your expensive 4K TV. This unit delivers stellar upscaling performance to modern 4K TVs for 1080p Blu-ray, and useful improvement to even DVDs. It has everything else one could need, including dedicated audio connectivity to older AV systems and auto-switching of the latest HDR10, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision for 4K Blu-ray discs. You must spend 3x or 4x the money to get better video quality.
Selwyn Osborne
Confirmed purchase 20 June 2025
Published on 21 July 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Awesome picture quality
Mandy
Confirmed purchase 4 May 2025
Published on 28 May 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Excellent
Noticeably enhances Blu ray movies and even some DVD's. Plays 4k BR perfectly. I highly recommend the Panasonic 4K BR Player.
Matt
Confirmed purchase 7 January 2025
Published on 29 January 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
The Panasonic DP-UB820GNK is a premium 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player for movie lovers who want excellent picture quality, strong format support and flexible home theatre connections. It is especially well suited to users with modern TVs or mixed audio gear. Its main limitation is that it focuses on playback rather than recording or built-in storage features.
What it’s great for
- 4K Movie Playback
- Home Theatre Setups
- Blu-ray Upscaling
- Network Media Streaming
- Surround Sound Systems
Where it works best
- Living Room
- Dedicated Home Theatre
- Media Room
- Family Entertainment Area
Who it’s for
- Movie Enthusiast
- Home Theatre User
- Audiovisual Hobbyist
- Family Entertainment User
Things to consider
This model is a strong choice for playback quality and connectivity, but buyers wanting recording functions, internal storage or more specialised high-end audio chassis design may need a different player.
Home cinema suitability
9/10 - Excellent for dedicated movie setups thanks to advanced HDR support, twin HDMI outputs and surround audio connectivity.
Ease of use score
8/10 - Straightforward for everyday disc playback, with added flexibility for users who want to fine-tune video and audio setup.
Multi-format compatibility
High - Supports Blu-ray discs, DVDs, network media and a broad range of video and audio file formats.
Family suitability
8/10 - A good fit for households wanting high-quality movie playback, though its advanced features may be more than casual users need.
Portability rating
3/10 - Best kept as a fixed home entertainment component rather than moved between rooms regularly.
Key benefits
- 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Playback: Delivers sharp, high-detail video for cinematic viewing on compatible 4K TVs.
- HDR Format Support: Works with HDR10+, HLG and Dolby Vision to help compatible displays show better contrast and colour.
- 4K Upscaling: Improves the appearance of standard Blu-ray and DVD content when viewed on a 4K television.
- Twin HDMI Outputs: Makes it easier to connect separately to a TV and an older AV receiver for flexible system integration.
- 7.1-Channel Analogue Audio Outputs: Supports connection to compatible surround sound systems that use analogue multi-channel input.
- Built-in Wi-Fi: Connects to home networks using IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac for streaming and network media access without a wired setup.
- Wide File Format Support: Plays common video and high-resolution audio formats including MKV, MP4, TS, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF and DSD.
- Versatile Output Options: Includes HDMI, optical, LAN, USB and analogue audio connections for easier integration into varied entertainment systems.
Q: Can this player connect to a 4K TV and older receiver?
A: Yes. Panasonic DP-UB820GNK has 2 HDMI outputs, so one can feed video to a 4K TV while the other sends audio to an older AV receiver. That setup is useful when the receiver cannot pass through newer 4K HDR video formats.
Q: Will it improve the look of DVDs on a 4K TV?
A: Yes. Panasonic DP-UB820GNK upscales DVD and standard Blu-ray playback for a 4K TV, so older discs can look cleaner and more detailed than direct playback. It does not turn DVD into native 4K, so disc quality still sets the limit.
Q: Does the Panasonic UB820 support both Dolby Vision and HDR10-plus?
A: Yes. Panasonic DP-UB820GNK supports Dolby Vision, HDR10-plus and HLG in the one player. The disc and the TV must also support the same format for that HDR version to display, so support on the player alone is not enough.
Q: Can I use analogue surround sound outputs instead of HDMI?
A: Yes. Panasonic DP-UB820GNK includes 7.1-channel analogue audio outputs for receivers or amplifiers that accept multichannel analogue input. It is a practical option for older surround systems, but the amplifier needs matching input sockets to use it.
Q: Does it play music files from USB or home network?
A: Yes. Panasonic DP-UB820GNK can play supported media files through USB or a network connection, including FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF and DSD audio formats. File support is format-based, so unsupported containers or codec variants may not play correctly.
Q: Is built-in Wi-Fi mainly for streaming or just updates?
A: Built-in Wi-Fi is for more than updates. Panasonic DP-UB820GNK can access streaming and network media over Wi-Fi, which helps if the player is not near the router. A wired LAN connection can still be the better choice for fixed home theatre setups.