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Tech Differences
Format Comparisons at a Glance

Need to know the actual differences in specs for the formats? Check out the table below to see how they all compare.

  HD DVD Blu Ray DVD
Storage capacity (per layer) 15GB 25GB 4.4GB
Theoretical Storage Limit 60GB 200GB N/A
Approx. Transfer rate (MB/S) 36.5 36 5
Laser Wavelength (Nanometres) 405NM 405NM 650NM
Max Resolution 1080P (1920x1080) 1080P (1920x1080) 480P
(720x480)
Disc thickness 0.6MM 1.1MM 0.6MM
Protective Layer 0.6MM 0.1MM 0.6MM
Titles available by Jan 08 330 360 50,000+
Backwards Compatible Yes Yes N/A