Need to send one 4K source — a streaming stick, Blu-ray, or gaming console — to multiple TVs or displays at the same time? A 4K HDMI splitter does exactly that. Here are the picks that actually deliver on the 4K promise.
A 4K splitter is the right tool for a specific job. Here are the most common setups where it makes sense.
One cable box or streaming stick feeding the living room TV and bedroom TV simultaneously. The most common use case — get a 1x2 splitter for two rooms, 1x4 for up to four.
Watch on your 4K TV during the day and your projector at night from the same source device. A powered 1x2 splitter handles this perfectly — no signal loss on longer cable runs to the projector.
Split your console's HDMI output — one to your TV for gaming, one to your capture card for streaming or recording. Requires a splitter with HDCP 2.2 and 4K@60Hz to work properly with PS5 and Xbox Series X.
One laptop or media player feeding multiple displays in a conference room, showroom, or restaurant. A 1x4 splitter with a powered adapter is the right call for commercial use — reliability matters more than price.
Ranked by overall value. All picks support genuine 4K — we note clearly where a splitter is 4K@30Hz vs 4K@60Hz since that difference matters.
The pick we recommend most often because it hits the sweet spot of specs, port count, and price. Four outputs at true 4K@60Hz with HDR and HDCP 2.2 means it works cleanly with streaming services, 4K Blu-ray, and modern gaming consoles. The powered design ensures stable signal delivery even with long cable runs — a common weak point of bus-powered splitters. EDID management handles mixed display setups where your screens have different resolutions.
The simplest and most affordable way to mirror your signal to two displays. Bus-powered from your HDMI source means no extra cables or adapters — just plug in and it works. The ultra-slim form factor sits neatly behind your TV without adding bulk. Best for 1080p setups or 4K sources where your displays are close together.
The home theater specialist. While most splitters pass through whatever audio your source outputs, the EZCOO SP12H2 supports Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and DTS:X passthrough — meaning your 4K Blu-ray player's full audio and video quality reaches both outputs intact. HDCP 2.2 and 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 chroma handles the most demanding content without compromise. The downscaling feature lets one output run at 1080p if you have a mixed display setup.
The premium step up from the Orei for setups that demand the latest HDCP compliance and mixed-resolution output. HDCP 2.3 future-proofs the setup for upcoming content protection standards, and the Multi-Resolution Output feature lets each of the four ports output a different resolution — critical when you have a mix of 4K and 1080p displays in your setup.
The two-output version of our top pick — same Orei reliability, same 4K@60Hz and HDCP 2.2 specs, just two outputs instead of four. If you only need to split to two displays and want the Orei build quality without paying for unused ports, this is the clean choice. Comes with a power adapter for stable signal delivery.
The most affordable way to split one source to four displays. If you need to mirror content across four screens and don't need HDCP 2.2 — no streaming services, no Blu-ray — the avedio 1x4 gets the job done at roughly half the price of the Orei. Includes HDMI cable and power adapter in the box. Good for office signage, classrooms, and non-streaming home setups.
Not all splitters labeled "4K" actually deliver 4K properly. Here's what separates the good ones from the misleading ones.
Many cheap splitters advertise "4K support" but only do 4K@30Hz — which looks choppy on modern content. You want 4K@60Hz minimum for smooth streaming and gaming. Always check the refresh rate, not just the resolution.
Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime, and 4K Blu-ray all use HDCP 2.2 content protection. A splitter without HDCP 2.2 will show a blank screen on protected content. Always check for HDCP 2.2 compliance — it's not optional in 2026.
Bus-powered splitters draw power from the HDMI source — convenient but can cause signal issues on longer cable runs or with multiple outputs. Powered splitters with an AC adapter are more reliable for 4K, especially in 1x4 configurations.
A 1x2 covers two displays (TV + projector, or two rooms). A 1x4 covers up to four. The price difference between 1x2 and 1x4 is usually small — consider buying one size up from what you currently need.
If your displays have different resolutions — one 4K TV and one 1080p projector — basic splitters will downgrade everything to the lowest common denominator. A splitter with EDID management or multi-resolution output solves this.
For 4K@60Hz, keep HDMI cables under 10 feet (3 meters) where possible. Signal degrades on longer runs, especially at 4K. If you need longer distances, use a powered splitter and high-quality HDMI 2.0 certified cables.
All five picks compared on the specs that actually matter.
| Splitter | Price | Outputs | Max Res. | HDCP | HDR | Powered | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orei 1x4 | $28 | 4 | 4K@60Hz | 2.2 | ✓ | ✓ | Best overall |
| ViewHD 1x2 | $12 | 2 | 1080p@60Hz | 1.4 | ✗ | ✗ | Budget / simple |
| EZCOO SP12H2 | ~$35 | 2 | 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 | 2.2 | ✓ Dolby Vision | ✓ | Home theater |
| J-Tech 1x4 | ~$45 | 4 | 4K@60Hz | 2.3 | ✓ Dolby Vision | ✓ | Premium / mixed displays |
| Orei 1x2 | ~$22 | 2 | 4K@60Hz | 2.2 | ✓ | ✓ | 2-display with quality |
| avedio 1x4 | ~$15 | 4 | 4K@30Hz | 1.4 | ✗ | ✓ | Budget / no streaming |