The Sony UBP-X700 is Sony's Ultra HD Blu-ray player released in 2018.
| Manufacturer | Sony |
|---|---|
| Product family | UBP |
| Type | Media player |
| Release date | January 2018[1] |
| Media | Ultra HD Blu-ray |
| Dimensions | 320 mm x 45 mm x 217 mm[2] |
| Mass | 3lb 1oz (1.4 kg)[2] |
| Predecessor | UBP-X800 |
Features
editThe player supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision high-dynamic-range standards but not HDR10+.[1][3] The Dolby Vision support was added after release.[4][3] There are two HDMI ports, the other being audio only.[4]
Compared to the older model, UBP-X800, X700 supports only single band 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, while the X800 model supports dual band 5GHz. The X700 supports Dolby Vision unlike the X800. The X700 is also smaller in physical size and weight.[5]
Reception
editTechRadar called it "an effective 4K Blu-ray player that's packed with a good number of features for an affordable price."[3] They also named it "the best budget 4K Blu-ray player".[6] What Hi-Fi? called it a great budget 4K Blu-ray player. They said the X700 has a more naturalistic picture quality than X800 but sounds "a tad lightweight" compared to the X800.[5] CNET said the X800 is pricier but is slightly faster and has a more premium build quality.[4] TechHive wrote: "The UPB-X700 is great disc player/media streamer and a nice upgrade for anyone with a dumb TV or out-of-date disc player."[7] Digital Trends said that "The biggest reasons to buy the X700 are its great video and audio processing."[8] Trusted Reviews said: "The X700 might not be the audiophile’s choice, but considering its price the player is more than capable of delivering a quality experience."[9] Home Cinema Choice wrote: "At this launch price, the UBP-X700 is not quite the bargain 4K spinner, although it's certainly stripped back on connectivity and has the same compact, lightweight design as Panasonic's cheaper DMP-UB320."[10]
References
edit- ^ a b Welch, Chris (9 January 2018). "Sony launches its first Dolby Vision Blu-ray player and a Dolby Atmos receiver". The Verge. Vox Media. Archived from the original on 9 January 2018. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ a b "UBP-X700 Specifications". Sony. Archived from the original on 21 June 2021. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ a b c Davidson, James (26 October 2024). "Sony UBP-X700 review: a brilliant budget player that's great for Dolby Vision". TechRadar. Future plc. Archived from the original on 16 November 2024. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ a b c Pendlebury, Ty (2 May 2018). "Sony UBP-X700 review: More 4K HDR Blu-ray goodness for less money". CNET. Ziff Davis. Archived from the original on 29 August 2018. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Sony UBP-X700 review". What Hi-Fi?. Future plc. 4 October 2021. Archived from the original on 20 November 2021. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ James Davidson; Axel Metz; Matt Bolton (28 October 2024). "The best 4K Blu-ray players 2024: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our experts". TechRadar. Future plc. Archived from the original on 9 October 2024. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ Jacobi, Jon (14 February 2022). "Sony UBP-X700 Ultra HD Blu-ray player review: Quick, compatible, smart". TechHive. International Data Group. Archived from the original on 14 February 2022. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ Hall, Parker (19 September 2018). "Sony UBP-X700 review". Digital Trends. Digital Trends Media Group. Archived from the original on 8 December 2021. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ Withers, Steve (8 June 2018). "Sony UBP-X700 Review". Trusted Reviews. Archived from the original on 11 June 2018. Retrieved 16 November 2024.
- ^ Craven, Mark (9 July 2018). "Sony UBP-X700 Ultra HD Blu-ray player review". Home Cinema Choice. AVTech Media. Archived from the original on 6 August 2020. Retrieved 16 November 2024.