Look for "PowerDVD 20 Ultra" from the dropdown menu. Note that CyberLink pushes version 25 primarily, but version 20 is archived.
| Reason to stick with v20 | Reason to buy v25 | | :--- | :--- | | You have an Intel 7th-10th gen CPU (SGX support). | You have an Intel 11th+ gen or AMD CPU. | | You hate subscriptions. (v20 is perpetual) | You don't mind paying monthly for updates. | | You only play 1080p Blu-rays or DVDs. | You play 8K AV1 codec video files. | | You want a stable, "finished" product. | You want AI upscaling to 4K in real-time. |
Download the free 30-day trial of PowerDVD 20 Ultra first. Test it with your media and hardware. If it runs perfectly, buy the perpetual license. If you hit the "SGX not supported" error, uninstall it and look toward the newer versions. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes. Always download software directly from the official CyberLink website to avoid malware. CyberLink is a trademark of CyberLink Corporation.