UBD-M8500 vs Panasonic DMP-BDT500P
The DMP-BDT500P's weight is 2.6 kg (6 lbs) against the UBD-M8500's 1.8 kg (4 lbs), its height 59 mm against 44.7 mm, its depth 245 mm against 230 mm, and its width 430 mm against 406 mm.
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Released in 2017, the Samsung UBD-M8500 is a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player designed to deliver high-quality video and audio playback. It supports true 4K UHD resolution with HDR10 for stunning brightness and deeper contrast, offering a wider and more lifelike color spectrum that surpasses conventional Blu-ray players. The player features UHD upscaling to enhance lower resolution content to near-4K quality. It supports advanced audio formats including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, providing immersive surround sound. The device includes Smart Hub for streaming services like Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, and YouTube, with built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity. Additional features include CD ripping to MP3, optical digital audio output, HDMI 2.0a output with HDCP 2.2 support, and Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) for simplified control with compatible Samsung devices. The player has a curved design with a front LED display and a front USB port for external storage. It supports playback of Blu-ray, DVD, CD, and various media formats such as MKV, WMV, and JPEG. Dimensions are approximately 16" x 1.76" x 9.05" and it weighs about 4.19 lbs. The UBD-M8500 is no longer in production but remains a capable player for 4K UHD content and smart streaming.
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The DMP-BDT500P's weight is 2.6 kg (6 lbs) against the UBD-M8500's 1.8 kg (4 lbs), its height 59 mm against 44.7 mm, its depth 245 mm against 230 mm, and its width 430 mm against 406 mm.
The BD-S473's weight is 2 kg (4 lbs) against the UBD-M8500's 1.8 kg (4 lbs), its height 50 mm against 44.7 mm, its width 435 mm against 406 mm, and its depth 202 mm against 230 mm.
The DBS-30.3's weight is 3.9 kg (9 lbs) against the UBD-M8500's 1.8 kg (4 lbs), its width 435 mm against 406 mm, its height 104 mm against 44.7 mm, and its depth 309 mm against 230 mm.
The DV-970HD's weight is 2.2 kg (5 lbs) against the UBD-M8500's 1.8 kg (4 lbs), its height 41 mm against 44.7 mm, its width 419 mm against 406 mm, and its depth 254 mm against 230 mm.
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