New: Mx Player Hdr Codec

If you have MX Player Pro or the free version from 2021 or earlier, uninstall it. Legacy versions have hardcoded pathing for codecs that conflicts with new builds. Install the latest version from the Google Play Store (MX Player v1.60+).

Would you like the direct link to the latest custom codec for MX Player, or help setting up a better HDR video player?

If your phone doesn't have an HDR-certified display (e.g., AMOLED panels from Samsung, iPhone X and later, OnePlus Pro series, Sony Xperia), installing the new codec won't magically create HDR. However, it will prevent crashing and ensure the tone-mapping (converting HDR to SDR) looks acceptable. mx player hdr codec new

Because these codecs contain licensed software (FFmpeg), they are not always hosted on the Play Store.

Title: MX Player Gets a Major Boost: Native HDR Codec Support & New Custom Codec Packs (2026) If you have MX Player Pro or the

Intro: For years, MX Player has been the gold standard for Android video playback. However, HDR playback (HDR10, HLG, and HDR10+) has always been a hit-or-miss affair—until now. The latest beta builds and community-driven codec packs have finally unlocked seamless high dynamic range playback.

What’s New:

How to Enable HDR in MX Player:

Verdict: If you have a high-brightness OLED or LCD panel, this update makes MX Player a viable alternative to VLC or Just Player for local HDR streaming. If your phone doesn't have an HDR-certified display (e

Open your mobile browser and search for "MX Player Custom Codec ARMv8 NEON HDR 10-bit". (Note: Do not download from third-party pop-up sites; use reputable XDA Developers forums or GitHub repos).

Crucial: Do not unzip the file. MX Player reads the .zip file directly.