These are the recommended internet download speeds for playing TV shows and movies on Netflix.
|
Recommended megabits per second |
---|---|
Broadband connection |
1.5 Minimum: 0.5 |
Standard definition (SD) |
3 |
High definition (HD) |
5 |
4K/Ultra HD (UHD) |
25 |
A connection speed of at least 5 megabits per second
Video quality set to Auto or High
If your internet service provider applies a limit to your bandwidth or data, you can set video quality settings to Low or Medium to use less data.
You can check your connection speed on many devices from within the Netflix app.
Begin from the Netflix home screen.
Navigate up and select the Settings link or icon .
If you don't see the Settings icon, your device doesn't support this feature.
Select Check your Network.
The Netflix app will verify that you can connect to the internet and reach Netflix. It will also check your connection speed.
If your connection is slower than you expect, contact your internet service provider for help.