--- product_id: 689360882 title: "Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K, 1-Pack | Syncs up to 10 Hue Lights, Video Games, Movies and Music, Requires Bridge, Supports Dolby Vision HDR10+" brand: "philips hue" price: "€ 609.62" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.es/products/689360882-philips-hue-play-hdmi-sync-box-8k-1-pack-syncs store_origin: ES region: Spain --- # HDMI 2.1 ultra-fast sync Connects 4 HDMI devices Smart app & voice control Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K, 1-Pack | Syncs up to 10 Hue Lights, Video Games, Movies and Music, Requires Bridge, Supports Dolby Vision HDR10+ **Brand:** philips hue **Price:** € 609.62 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎬 Light up your world in sync — don’t just watch, experience every frame! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K, 1-Pack | Syncs up to 10 Hue Lights, Video Games, Movies and Music, Requires Bridge, Supports Dolby Vision HDR10+ by philips hue - **How much does it cost?** € 609.62 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.es](https://www.desertcart.es/products/689360882-philips-hue-play-hdmi-sync-box-8k-1-pack-syncs) ## Best For - philips hue enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted philips hue brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Customizable Ambiance:** Personalize your lighting intensity and surround effects via the intuitive Hue app for a truly unique vibe. - • **Distraction-Free Setup:** Enjoy full-screen entertainment with no wires or cameras blocking your view—just pure immersive lighting. - • **Smart Home Integration:** Effortlessly control your lighting with Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit for hands-free convenience. - • **Multi-Device Powerhouse:** Seamlessly connect up to 4 HDMI devices including the latest gaming consoles and home theater gear. - • **Ultra-Fast 8K & 4K Sync:** Experience lightning-fast refresh rates syncing your lights at 8K 60Hz or 4K 120Hz for flawless immersion. ## Overview The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K is a cutting-edge device that syncs your Hue lights with HDMI content at ultra-fast refresh rates (8K at 60Hz, 4K at 120Hz). It supports up to 4 HDMI devices simultaneously, including gaming consoles and streaming devices, and requires a Hue Bridge for full smart control. Compatible with major smart home assistants, it offers customizable lighting effects to create an immersive surround lighting experience without distracting cables or cameras. ## Description Sync lights with the content on your TV with the PHILIPS Hue Play HDMI Sync Box You can only sync your PHILIPS Hue Sync Box with HDMI devices, not with TV apps, connect up to 4 devices, including the latest gaming consoles and home theater devices. Create a surround lighting experience and real-time light synchronization with the latest video game consoles Enjoy seamless lighting experiences With an ultra-fast refresh rate, Hue lights sync with video content—8K at 60 Hz or 4K at 120 Hz. Use the Hue app (Hue Bridge required) to adjust brightness and create an immersive surround lighting experience just the way you like it Hue Bridge required With the Hue Bridge, you can create ambiance with your voice or the Hue app, add smart switches and motion sesnsors. Set routines, timers and automations or sync your lights with movies, games and music, and control whilst you are away Key Benefits: Syncs up to 10 Hue Lights Supports Dolby Vision HDR10 Control with Hue App Connects with smart home assistants Connect up to 4 devices ## Features - HDMI 2.1CONTENT: With an ultra-fast refresh rate, you can sync your Hue lights to the video content with 8K at 60 Hz and 4K at 120 Hz - SYNC TO ANY HDMI DEVICE: You can only sync your PHILIPS Hue Sync Box with HDMI devices, not with TV apps, connect up to 4 devices, including the latest gaming consoles and home theater devices - PERSONALIZE YOUR SETTINGS: Adjust the intensity and create a surround lighting experience with your LED lights to your liking with the Hue app (Hue Bridge required) - FULL SCREEN VIEW: Keep your eyes on the action with no cameras, wires, or other distractions dangling in front of your screen by using the sync box for lights - REQUIRES A HUE BRIDGE: To use the Hue sync box 8K, you must connect it with a Hue Bridge, it unlocks the full potential of your Philips Hue system with automations, smart control, and much more - CONNECTS WITH SMART HOME ASSISTANTS: The sync box 8K is compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit - UNIT COUNT: 1.0 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0DKRHBBZZ | | Best Sellers Rank | #36,429 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #164 in Lighting Accessories | | Brand | Philips Hue | | Built In Media | 1 x Sync Box gen 2 NAM | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Gaming Console, Streaming Device, Television | | Connector Type | HDMI | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (330) 4.0 out of 5 stars | | Item Dimensions | 7.87 x 4.25 x 0.98 inches | | Item Type Name | Hue Sync Box | | Item Weight | 1.3 pounds | | Manufacturer | Philips HUE | | Mfr Part Number | 579755 | | Model Number | 579755 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Ports | 4 | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 046677579753 | | Warranty Description | 2 Year Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Philips Hue - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Gaming Console, Streaming Device, Television - **Connector Type:** HDMI - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.87 x 4.25 x 0.98 inches ## Images ![Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box 8K, 1-Pack | Syncs up to 10 Hue Lights, Video Games, Movies and Music, Requires Bridge, Supports Dolby Vision HDR10+ - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711XJrAlZIL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Major upgrade from the original Sync Box — faster, smoother, and more immersive *by on Reviewed in the United States January 17, 2026* I was a little hesitant to upgrade at first because the original Hue Sync Box was already good, but after getting a new TV I decided to try this one — and the difference was immediate.Sync is noticeably faster, color accuracy is better, and everything feels smoother and more responsive. It integrates perfectly with my PlayStation, movies, and TV content, and it plays extremely well with my Sony TV. I use it constantly and honestly never turn it off anymore.In my setup I have eight lights connected: Play Bars, a Bloom, multiple A16 bulbs, and even an Ellipse Edison bulb. All of them respond instantly and stay perfectly in sync with no issues. Whether I’m watching something light and casual or diving into a dark movie or intense game, the lighting adapts beautifully to the mood. It even works as functional ambient lighting when I’m not actively paying attention to it.Setup was easy, features are well thought out, and gaming performance is surprisingly smooth and immersive. At first it takes a minute for your eyes to adjust when you start using synced lighting, but once you’re dialed in it becomes completely natural.It’s definitely expensive, but this is a true premium upgrade and absolutely worth it if you’re already invested in the Hue ecosystem. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Magical Technology- Worth the Quirks *by on Reviewed in the United States October 18, 2025* Cost aside, this technology is really impressive. It works perfectly with all our Philips Hue lights (and Alexa), especially the gradient TV strip light, which I ordered before I realized I needed the Sync Box to sync it to my TV. So then we got the Sync Box, and I realized that it doesn’t support Smart TV apps - I almost gave up at this point. But then I tried using it with our Amazon Fire Stick, and it works PERFECTLY. It’s like magic. We have some pendant lighting in our kitchen that I added to the “entertainment scene” for movie nights, along with the tv gradient strip, a bloom lamp and another Hue lightbulb/lamp in our living room. The sync box has 4 hdmi ports, and can support computers, phones, soundbars, cable boxes, almost anything you can plug into hdmi. The fire stick is an incredibly cheap device compared to the $500+ I had invested in the TV lights and sync box, so it’s funny that was the solution. Worth it! ### ⭐ DO NOT BUY WITHOUT READING IF YOU USE A RECEIVER *by on Reviewed in the United States July 15, 2025* Why did you pick this product vs others?:It is unfortunate that this is the only out of the box solution to match your TV lights with the content on your TV without using an ugly camera. Pros: (alleged setup is easy and seamless)Cons: the "Pros" is a lie.Out of the box everything worked perfectly. DolbyVision support and image quality were not impeded upon. Colors matched perfectly in real time.About a week after setting up Phillips pushed out an update that interrupted the CEC signal setup on all of my devices. It sent fault EDID handshakes back to the TV and would change the TV input. I was unable to watch 30min of a show before the TV would change with no remote interaction and interrupt my viewing experience.Phillips Support has yet to provide me a solution, or an update on when they plan to deliver a stable new firmware to fix this.However if you got this far I have a solution for you:Receiver -> 4k @120Hz Splitter input4k @120Hz Splitter output-> TV4k @120Hz Splitter output-> Hue Sync Box -> 4K dummy HDMI sink (choose the same port # on the Sync box that the Splitter plugs into the TV [if your eARC on the TV is HDMI2 then plug the splitter out into HDMI2 on the Sync Box - This will negate any faulty handshake from the sync box, disregard what Phillips says about using HDMI4 if you are doing passthrough, none of their KB articles work.] Also it goes without saying make sure ALL your HDMI cables are at the very least HDMI 2.1If you do not LOVE fighting with entertainment system troubleshooting, this device may not be for you, first because the setup may be easy, but the failure rate is HIGH and the support response time from Phillips is painfully slow.I ended up buying an additional $150 worth of product to fix/bypass their horrible firmware update. This resolution is fool proof of their firmware SNAFU, but it is an additional necessity if you have a setup that is more than a TV and a Sound Bar. ## Frequently Bought Together - Philips Hue Play HDMI sync Box 8K - Syncs up to 10 Hue Lights with Your Video Games, Movies, and Music - Requires Hue Bridge - Supports Dolby Vision HDR10+ - Control with Hue App - Philips Hue Bridge - Unlock the Full Potential of Hue - Multi-Room and Out-of-Home Control - Create Automations and Zones - Secure, Stable Connection Won't Strain Your Wi-Fi - Works with Voice, Matter --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.es/products/689360882-philips-hue-play-hdmi-sync-box-8k-1-pack-syncs](https://www.desertcart.es/products/689360882-philips-hue-play-hdmi-sync-box-8k-1-pack-syncs) --- *Product available on Desertcart Spain* *Store origin: ES* *Last updated: 2026-08-29*