Panasonic DP-UB820

149 reviews

May, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 149 reviews of Panasonic DP-UB820. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the design. The price is also appreciated. There are some negative comments about the size, and there are some mixed views about the reliability.

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Expert review by : Luke Edwards (toptenreviews.com)

Panasonic DP-UB820EB review

The Panasonic DP-UB820EB Blu-ray player is a top-end unit that manages to keep the price lower than premium

4K, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision ; Fantastic HCX processed image ; Useful streaming apps

CD playback average ; Build quality just fine

The Panasonic DP-UB820EB Blu-ray player offers 4K and HDR playback with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision support for the very best results.

Aug, 2021

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Expert review by : Kris Deering (soundandvision.com)

Panasonic DP-UB820 Ultra HD Blu-ray Player Review

Performance Features Ergonomics Value

Today’s Ultra HD Blu-ray player market is drastically smaller than the one for the spinning-disc machines of old. In my early days reviewing DVD players, I could literally enter an electronics store, walk out with over a dozen players, and that would...

Sep, 2018

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Expert review by : Steve May (trustedreviews.com)

Panasonic DP-UB820 4K Blu-ray player Review

The DP-UB820 4K Blu-ray player represents the middle-ground in Panasonic's 2019 Blu-ray range, sitting between the range-topping DP-UB9000 and budget DP-UB420, offering Dolby Vision Blu-ray support without the premium price tag.

Multi-HDR format support Superb image performance for the price Integrated streaming apps

Unexciting CD playback Average build quality

When it comes to value for money, the Panasonic DP-UB820 4K player is a difficult proposition to beat. If you already own, or have plans to invest in, a Dolby Vision or HDR10+ compatible TV, the UB820 warrants the price premium over the cheaper DP-UB420.

Jul, 2019

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Expert review by : James Davidson (techradar.com)

Panasonic DP-UB820 review: a fantastic, affordable 4K Blu-ray player that's built to last

The workhorse of the 4K Blu-ray player world

Outstanding pictures and audio ; Built to last ; Plenty of connectivity

Software can be inconsistent ; Plain menus ; Front panel can cause issues

The Panasonic DP-UB820 offers fantastic picture and audio performance with plenty of features and connectivity for an excellent price. It's built to last and even though it is a few years old, it's still one of the standard bearers for what a 4K...

Dec, 2023

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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Panasonic DP-UB820EB review

What Hi-Fi? Awards 2022 winner. Panasonic's 4K player delivers on many levels

Vibrant, immersive HDR picture ; Punchy, believable colour balance ; Powerful and weighty sound

Could be dynamically subtler ; No SACD or DVD-A support

This 4K Blu-ray player promises plenty on paper and backs that up with a hugely entertaining picture and sound performance

Jul, 2023

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Expert review by : Steve May (t3.com)

Panasonic DP-UB820 review: the best 4K Blu-ray player for most people

The Panasonic DP-UB820 is packed with high-end features for an affordable price – and movies look fantastic, crucially

Superb image quality ; Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support ; Comprehensive connectivity

Limited streaming app portal ; No Playback Info Screen

The DP-UB820 is a talented 4K Blu-ray player that avoids a punishing price, thanks mainly to its mainstream build quality. If you can live with the slightly plasticky finish, its AV performance is glorious for the price, and includes seamless support...

Nov, 2021

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Expert review by : Thomas Bartlett (gadgetguy.com.au)

Panasonic DP-UB820 UltraHD Blu-ray player - a rare performer

The Panasonic DP-UB820 UltraHD Blu-ray player does something that isn't done by any other brand. Check out our review to see what it is.

Class-leading picture quality with troublesome content;Good overall performance;Strong local network media performance

Streaming/Internet platform quite primitive

Jan, 2020

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Panasonic DP-UB820 4K Blu-ray Player Review

The Panasonic UB820 includes most of the features found on the flagship UB9000, but at a considerably lower price. Is this 4K disc player the bargain...

Superb disc playback ; Dolby Vision/HDR10+ support ; HDR optimisation ; Decent build quality ; Great price

No SACD or DVD-Audio playback ; Netflix app always outputs in HDR/DV ; Issues with Atmos from Netflix and Amazon

The is an excellent 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player that is nicely designed and well put-together. It has a fairly minimalist appearance, with a drop-down flap across the front, a simple display, a USB port and two buttons. However, there's a good selection...

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Consumer review (richersounds.com)

Excellent connectivity to other devices

I bought this model specifically because it offers a large range of options to connect to other devices. This enables me to retain a lot of kit that would otherwise become obsolete and end up in landfill.

Jan, 2022

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Consumer review (richersounds.com)

Excellent Disk Spinner

Firstly I should point out that this player is currently used in a Home Cinema with an HD projector, so I cannot fully comment on the 4K picture quality. It does however play my library of HD Bluray disks, plus a few 4K discs (player converts to HD)...

Dec, 2021

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