Blu-ray vs HD DVD (2006-2008)
by Anonymous
The next-generation optical disc format war. HD DVD was cheaper to produce; Blu-ray had more capacity. Sony's inclusion of Blu-ray in every PS3 and Warner Bros' exclusive support tipped the balance.
Blu-ray (Sony)
25-50 GB
capacity
Higher
manufacturing cost
Sony, Disney, Fox, eventually Warner
studio support
Won — Toshiba conceded February 2008
outcome
HD DVD (Toshiba)
15-30 GB
capacity
Lower — closer to DVD production
manufacturing cost
Universal, initially Paramount/Warner
studio support
Lost — format discontinued
outcome
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