4K Ultra HD

A True 4K Streaming Service for Live TV

4K channels streaming with four times the detail of Full HD, HDR color and 60fps sports — here is everything you need to enjoy the sharpest picture your TV can produce.

Why 4K Matters

See the Difference in Every Frame

4K Ultra HD delivers 3840 × 2160 pixels — four times the detail of 1080p. On a big screen the difference is immediate: sharper grass on the pitch, readable text on graphics, and HDR color that makes night scenes look real instead of grey.

With Dark IPTV 4K, 4K is not a paid add-on. The same package serves HD to your bedroom TV and full 4K HDR to the living room — automatically, based on each device.

  • 4K channels streaming on premium sports & events
  • Thousands of 4K HDR movies in the VOD library
  • 50/60fps feeds for fluid fast motion
  • Automatic quality scaling per device

What you need for 4K

  • A 4K TV (any brand — Samsung, LG, Sony…)
  • A 4K device: Firestick 4K, Apple TV 4K, Shield, or the TV itself
  • 25 Mbps+ stable internet
  • Any Dark IPTV 4K package — 4K included
Get 4K Streaming
Bandwidth Guide

Quality Tiers & Speed Requirements

Match your internet connection to the best quality tier — the service adapts automatically, but here are the numbers.

QualityResolutionRecommended speedData usageBest for
SD480p3–4 Mbps~1 GB/hourOlder TVs & slow connections
HD720p8–10 Mbps~2.5 GB/hourEveryday viewing
Full HD1080p12–15 Mbps~5 GB/hourThe sweet spot for most homes
4K Ultra HD2160p25+ Mbps7–12 GB/hourBig screens & premium sports
Pro Tips

Get the Best 4K Experience

Four quick wins that make the difference between good and jaw-dropping.

Wire It or Get Close

Ethernet is king for 4K. If you use Wi-Fi, stay on the 5 GHz band and keep the router near the TV — walls are the enemy of 25 steady megabits.

Set the App to 4K

In your player app, set stream format to HLS or Auto and hardware decoding on — our setup guides show the exact menus.

Enable HDR on the TV

On many TVs you must enable ‘HDMI UHD Color’ or ‘Enhanced Format’ on the HDMI port to unlock HDR — a one-time, two-minute setting.

Close Background Downloads

4K wants the whole pipe. Pause cloud backups and game downloads on other devices during the big match or movie night.

4K FAQ

Ultra HD Questions

The technical bits, answered plainly.

What internet speed do I need for 4K streaming?
We recommend a stable 25 Mbps or faster for 4K channels streaming. Full HD needs around 15 Mbps and HD about 10 Mbps. Stability matters more than peak speed — a wired connection or strong 5 GHz Wi-Fi signal is ideal.
Do I need a special device for 4K?
You need a 4K-capable screen and a device that outputs 4K — for example a 4K Firestick, Apple TV 4K, Nvidia Shield or a modern 4K Smart TV. Our device guides list the best options for every budget.
Does 4K use a lot of data?
4K streaming typically uses 7–12 GB per hour depending on the feed. If your internet plan has a data cap, Full HD is a great-looking alternative at roughly half the usage.
Is 4K included in every Dark IPTV 4K package?
Yes. 4K streams are included in all plans at no extra cost — the same package scales from HD on older devices up to full 4K HDR on capable setups. See pricing.

See Your TV's Full Potential

Unlock 4K channels streaming, HDR movies and 60fps sports — included in every package.

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