For high refresh gaming
Apex HDMI 2.1 supports 4K at 120Hz and 8K at 60Hz. Match the output of your console with what your TV supports.
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| Screen synchronisationLights react to the content from an external HDMI source. | ||||
| LED strip in the kitPhilips column compares the sync box, not a bundled lighting kit. | ||||
| App controlControl colours, brightness, scenes and settings directly from the app. | ||||
| HDMI versionVideo standard supported by the named sync box. | 2.1 Supports | 2.0 Supports | 2.0 Supports | 2.0 Supports |
| Maximum video fORMAT supportMaximum confirmed format for this model. | 8K | 4K | 4K | 4K |
| 8K video supportMaximum confirmed 8K format for this model. | 8K at 60Hz | 8K at 60Hz | Not published | |
| HDMI inputsDevices connected directly to the sync box. | Not published | 2 inputs | 4 inputs | Not published |
| HDR formatsFormat-specific support; not inferred from HDMI version. | Not published | Not published | HDR10+ / Dolby Vision | Not published |
| Strip LED densityLEDs per metre of the supplied backlight strip. | 60 LEDs/m | 60 LEDs/m | Depends on separate light | Not published |
| Strip brightnessMerchant-specified output per metre. | 450 lumens/m | Not published | Depends on separate light | Not published |
| App controlApp used to manage the named model. | Smart Life | Smart Life | Philips Hue app | Smart Life |
| Voice assistantsCompatible assistant platforms stated for this model. | Alexa / Google Assistant | Not published | Alexa / Google Assistant via Hue Bridge | Alexa / Google Assistant |
| Room lighting expansionCompatible lighting system, rather than total simultaneous device count. | Infinity Sync compatible lights | Infinity Sync compatible lights | Up to 10 Hue lights | Not published |
| Music syncMusic reactive mode stated for the named model. | Not published | |||
| External HDMI sourceRequired for HDMI screen synchronisation. | Required | Required | Required | Required |
| Built-in TV app syncSync through this HDMI box alone; separate TV software is not compared. | Not published | |||
| Screen cameraCamera above the screen required for HDMI colour extraction. | ||||
| Additional lighting hubExtra hub beyond the named sync box. | Not published | Not published | Hue Bridge required | Not published |
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Find your kind of immersion.
For everyday entertainment
Apex HDMI 2.0 supports 4K at 60Hz, with two HDMI inputs for your streaming device and console.
For a room that reacts together
Expand your Apex setup with Infinity Sync-compatible lights, bringing coordinated colour beyond the TV.
A few things to know.
What is the difference between Apex HDMI 2.0 and 2.1?
Apex HDMI 2.0 supports 4K at 60Hz. Apex HDMI 2.1 supports 4K at 120Hz and 8K at 60Hz. Both use a 60 LEDs-per-metre strip and support Infinity Sync-compatible lighting.
Will the backlight sync with Netflix built into my TV?
The Apex HDMI sync box needs an external HDMI source. Use a compatible streaming device, console or set-top box connected through the sync box. Built-in TV apps do not send their video through the box.
Can I expand my Apex TV setup?
Yes. Add Infinity Sync-compatible Apex lights to create coordinated lighting around your TV. Check compatibility for the specific accessory and sync box before ordering.
Why are some competitor specifications marked Not published?
The linked listing does not clearly confirm that specification for the exact model compared. It is not a claim that the feature is unsupported.
Models & comparison sources
Apex specifications are supplied by Apex Light. Competitor specifications were checked on 7 October 2026. Comparison refers to the exact models shown; different generations and bundles may differ. “Not published” does not mean a feature is absent.
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