4k Streaming on Netflix

I have an older router. I have a Samsung 4k TV. I stream Netflix from the app on the TV not from the Verizon Guide. I pay for 4k programming on Netflix. The programming in 4k does not seem to be playing in 4k. Do I need to upgrade to the newer router? I hope not. Not looking for my bill to go up.

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clem21

HDR is NOT related to resolution, it is High Dynamic Range, simplified it refers to the range of the brightest area in the image, vs the darkest part of the image. Also refers to the limits of the color space the image is made of. You could have 1080 HDR, but no one uses it. 4K for TV is 2160, vs 1080i or 720p for standard HD. If Netflix tries to tell you 1080 is 4K, they are incorrect.

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Edg1

You shouldn’t have to upgrade your router. You only need 25 mbps to stream 4k. Is your TV wired or wireless? The main thing would be to make sure your TV is getting good speed.

Vinnyscud

Connected wireless

Vinnyscud

Also I have 75/75 Internet speed. How can I do a speed test on the TV?

clem21

Does your TV have a web browser app? If so Google Fios speed test, run it and look at the result. You are ALWAYS better off hardwiring if possible, that will give you maximum speed. Also check the Netflix app on the TV to make sure it is the latest version.