| Feature | Component (YPbPr) | HDMI |
|---|---|---|
| Max Resolution | 1080i (interlaced) | 1080p (progressive) |
| Image Quality | Good; slight softness, possible color bleed | Sharper, cleaner, no analog artifacts |
| Audio | Stereo analog (RCA red/white) or optical (separate) | Multichannel digital (Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS, LPCM) |
| Cable Count | 5 RCA (3 video + 2 audio) | 1 HDMI |
| HDCP | No | Yes (required for protected Blu-ray/Netflix) |
| Lag | Negligible | Negligible (often slightly lower) |