The Step-by-Step Guide to Plex 4K Streaming (2024)

Streaming a 4K media file requires resources. If you want Plex to direct-play a 4K stream, the server will need the proper resources, including CPU, GPU, disk and lots of network resources. Direct-playing a 4K stream also introduces compatibility challenges. Not every device is compatible with every container format, audio and video codec, subtitle stream,