MX Player typically does not support Dolby Vision; files with this format may default to playing in HDR10 or appear with a purple/magenta tint if the proper metadata isn't processed. Support can be inconsistent in
You cannot see HDR stats (MaxFALL, MaxCLL) within MX Player. Useful for troubleshooting, but missing.
| Format | Bit Depth | Peak Brightness | Color Gamut | Typical Player Support | |--------|-----------|----------------|-------------|------------------------| | SDR | 8-bit | 100 nits | Rec.709 | Universal | | HDR10 | 10-bit | 1,000-4,000 nits | Rec.2020 | Needs compatible decoder | | HDR10+ | 10-bit + dynamic metadata | 1,000-4,000 nits | Rec.2020 | Rare on Android players | | Dolby Vision | 12-bit | 10,000 nits (theoretical) | Rec.2020 | Requires licensing | mx player hdr support work
Ensure that MX Player is actively using your hardware to process the video. Open the HDR video in MX Player. Tap the screen to reveal the playback controls.
It relies entirely on your device’s hardware and the Android system’s built-in decoders. Unlike dedicated players like VLC or Plex, MX Player cannot tonemap HDR to SDR on older devices. MX Player typically does not support Dolby Vision;
Even with everything set right, MX Player HDR support works only under specific conditions. Here are the current limitations:
The key takeaway: You must understand the technology, configure it correctly, and accept its limitations. For 80% of Android users with mid-range to flagship phones, MX Player will deliver stunning HDR playback. For the remaining 20%, the alternatives above will save the day. | Format | Bit Depth | Peak Brightness
This happens because the video is playing through the . The player is forcing a 10-bit color space into an 8-bit software container without proper tone mapping. Switch to the HW+ decoder immediately. Why does the video lag, stutter, or drop frames?