HDRcompatible

HDR-compatible refers to hardware or software that can process high dynamic range content and display it with improved contrast, brightness, and color compared with standard dynamic range. The term is used in product listings for televisions, computer monitors, projectors, Blu-ray players, game consoles, streaming devices, and mobile devices. Being HDR-compatible does not guarantee a particular viewing experience; the result depends on the device's display capability, processing, and the content source.

Most HDR-compatible devices support one or more HDR formats such as HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and HLG (hybrid log-gamma). HDR10 uses static metadata, while Dolby Vision and HDR10+ use dynamic metadata to optimize each scene. HLG is designed for broadcast and streaming without metadata. Some devices may only pass through HDR signals and not perform advanced processing.

True HDR performance depends on factors including peak brightness, black levels, and color gamut. Many devices advertise HDR compatibility with certain brightness targets (for example 600–1,000 nits) and a wide color space (BT.2020 or DCI-P3). In practice, the quality of HDR rendering varies with panel technology, local dimming, color depth (10-bit or higher), and how well the source content is mastered.

To verify HDR-capable behavior, check the product specifications for supported formats, enable HDR in the device's settings, and look for HDR indicators in content apps. You can test with HDR-enabled content and, if possible, compare SDR and HDR with the same material to evaluate improvements.

Users should note that HDR-compatible does not guarantee a particular brightness or color accuracy and that some devices may only partially support certain formats, or require firmware updates for full compatibility.