Quick picks

PickBest forKey feature
OREI 8K 4-Port HDMI Switch BK-401Best overall48Gbps, 4K@120Hz, VRR, automatic switching
OREI BK-4929 4-Port HDMI Switch with eARCBest for soundbar setups48Gbps, eARC, remote and CEC
UGREEN 3-In 1-Out 4K@120Hz HDMI 2.1 Switch (15604)Best 3-input with remoteVRR, ALLM, IR remote and button

Top recommendations

Best for: Best overall

OREI 8K 4-Port HDMI Switch BK-401

OREI's page lists 48Gbps bandwidth, up to 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz, HDMI 2.1 and HDCP 2.3, plus VRR, FVA and ALLM for gaming. It switches by front-panel button or automatically. The page does not mention a remote, and the warranty is one year.

  • 48Gbps and 4K@120Hz listed
  • VRR and ALLM listed
  • Automatic switching
  • No remote mentioned on the page
  • One-year warranty
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Best for: Best for soundbar setups

OREI BK-4929 4-Port HDMI Switch with eARC

This four-input model lists 48Gbps, 8K@60Hz and 4K@120Hz, VRR, ALLM, CEC and an included remote. Its eARC output sends audio to a compatible soundbar or receiver such as a Sonos Arc or Beam. It costs more than the BK-401, so it suits setups that need the audio path.

  • eARC audio output
  • Remote and CEC included
  • VRR and ALLM listed
  • Higher price tier
  • More feature than a basic setup needs
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Best for: Best 3-input with remote

UGREEN 3-In 1-Out 4K@120Hz HDMI 2.1 Switch (15604)

UGREEN's product page lists 4K@120Hz, 8K@60Hz, VRR, ALLM, QMS and QFT, with an IR remote and a switch button. It handles three sources. The page we checked is UGREEN's UK store; confirm the US model name before publishing.

  • IR remote and button
  • VRR and ALLM listed
  • Three inputs
  • Only three inputs
  • Checked on the UK store page
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How to choose

  • Bandwidth: 48Gbps matches full HDMI 2.1; a switch that does not state it may cap 4K120. VRR is a separate feature: the switch, your TV and your console must each support it.
  • VRR and ALLM: confirm the page names them if you game.
  • Inputs: count your devices and add one spare.
  • Switching: remote, front button or auto. Auto-switching can pick unexpectedly if two devices wake together.
  • Cables: use certified 48Gbps cables and tidy them with /blog/best-desk-cable-management-kits.

After connecting, open your console's video settings and confirm 4K120 and VRR still show as active through the switch before you mount it out of reach.

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FAQ

Does an HDMI switch reduce picture quality?

A good switch should not alter the image, but one with lower bandwidth than your source can cap resolution, refresh rate or HDR.

Do I need HDMI 2.1 for PS5 or Xbox Series X?

4K at 120Hz needs an HDMI 2.1-class path. VRR is separate: the switch, the display and the console must each support it. For 4K60, a 4K60 switch is enough.

Can a switch handle VRR?

Only if the maker states it, and your TV and console must support it too. The OREI and UGREEN pages above list it.

Is a remote necessary?

Not if the switch is within reach. Behind a wall-mounted TV a remote or auto-switching helps.