Speed Requirements for Streaming
- 720p HD โ 3โ5 Mbps per stream
- 1080p Full HD โ 5โ8 Mbps per stream
- 4K Ultra HD โ 15โ25 Mbps per stream
- 4K HDR (Netflix, Disney+) โ 25 Mbps per stream
โน๏ธ
With SpeedLinks' BONIK plan (100 Mbps), you can run 4 simultaneous 4K streams with bandwidth to spare.
Fixing Buffering and Quality Drops
- 1Connect your smart TV via Ethernet (most smart TVs have an ethernet port on the back).
- 2If using Wi-Fi, ensure the TV is connected to the 5 GHz network, not 2.4 GHz.
- 3Move the router closer or use a Wi-Fi extender if signal is weak at the TV location.
- 4In the streaming app settings, set quality to 'Auto' or 'High' โ some apps default to lower quality.
- 5Restart the streaming app (not just minimize it) to clear buffered low-quality segments.
- 6Restart your smart TV weekly โ memory buildup slows streaming apps significantly.
Platform-Specific Tips
- Netflix โ Go to Profile โ Playback Settings โ select High quality
- YouTube โ Click gear icon โ Quality โ choose 2160p (4K) or 1080p60
- Toffee / Chorki โ Use the in-app quality selector; ensure auto-quality is enabled
- Prime Video โ Set Streaming Quality to Best in app settings
Was this article helpful?