Some premium videos on YouTube — like movies, TV shows, and livestreams — require a faster connection and greater processing power for optimal streaming speeds. … Movies and TV shows requirements. Video ResolutionRecommended sustained speed4K20 MbpsHD 1080p5 MbpsHD 720p2.5 MbpsSD 480p1.1 MbpsSystem requirements – YouTube Help support.google.com › youtube › answer