Here are the technical requirements to run 4K on Xbox One S
By: Madeleine Dean
The Xbox One S console is a powerful device capable of delivering 4K and HDR images. To enjoy 4K resolution, you also need a 4K-capable TV set. To help you check what type of 4K and HDR images your TV supports, we’ll list the necessary technical requirements in this article.
4K, HDR technical requirements on Xbox One S
TV resolution
In order to enable 4K, your TV must support the following requirements:
| 4K @ 60 Hz | Resolution: 3840 x 2160p Refresh rate: 60 Hz |
Watch 4K movies & TV
If you want to switch to 4K or HDR modes for movie and TV content, your TV must support the requirements listed below:
| 4K @ 24 Hz | Resolution: 3840 x 2160p Refresh rate: 24 Hz Color depth: 30 bits per pixel (10-bit) Pixel encoding: 4:4:4 |
| 4K @ 50 Hz | Resolution: 3840 x 2160p Refresh rate: 50 Hz Color depth: 30 bits per pixel (10-bit) Pixel encoding: 4:2:0 |
| 4K @ 60 Hz | Resolution: 3840 x 2160p Refresh rate: 60 Hz Color depth: 30 bits per pixel (10-bit) Pixel encoding: 4:2:0 |
| HDR | Your TV must support the HDR10 media profile:
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Games
To enjoy a smooth 4K or HDR gaming experience, your TV should have the following specs:
| 4K @ 60 Hz | Resolution: 3840 x 2160p Refresh rate: 60 Hz Color depth: 30 bits per pixel (10-bit) Pixel encoding: 4:2:0 |
| HDR | Your TV must support the HDR10 media profile:
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If your TV meets all the requirements listed above, but you still can’t enable 4K and HDR, check out our dedicated article on how to fix 4K and HDR issues on the Xbox One S.
If you’ve come across other workarounds to fix 4K and HDR bugs, you can list the troubleshooting steps in the comment section below.
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