BolAAzuL Video Converter Review
Our verdict
The BolAAzuL 1x4 component video splitter fills a specific niche: sending component video (YPbPr) from one older source device to up to four displays. With a 4.5-star average from 257 buyers and 4 output ports, it earns a recommendation for legacy AV setups where component video is still the primary connection.
Check price on AmazonBest for
Anyone with older AV gear, game consoles like the Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3, or cable boxes that output component video and need to feed that signal to more than one display.
Skip if
Your source devices use HDMI. This is specifically a component (YPbPr) splitter and will not work with HDMI signals.
- HDMI ports 4
- Color Component Splitter 1X4
- Priced 17% below the category median ($42.99 across 101 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 257 owner ratings
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Popularity2.8/5
257 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other LED, QLED and OLED TVs plus TV mounts, streaming media players, antennas, cables and satellite gear we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['The BolAAzuL 1x4 component video splitter is designed for a narrowing but still real segment of users who rely on component video connections. Component video uses three separate cables carrying red, green, and blue video signals, common on older game consoles, DVD players, and pre-HDMI cable boxes. This unit splits that signal to 4 outputs so one device can feed up to four displays.', "With 4 HDMI ports listed in the data under the color field 'Component Splitter 1x4', the 4-output configuration here refers to component video outputs, not HDMI. At $35.49 and with a 4.5-star rating from 257 reviews, buyers who need this specific functionality are broadly satisfied with the results.", 'BolAAzuL is a smaller brand but has accumulated enough reviews in this niche category to suggest genuine product consistency. For anyone still running a legacy home theater or retro gaming setup through component cables, this is a practical and cost-effective distribution solution.']
Pros
- 4.5-star rating from 257 reviews is strong for a niche legacy video format product
- 1-in-4-out configuration distributes component video to up to 4 displays simultaneously
- Practical solution for retro gaming setups or legacy home theater equipment
- At $35.49, pricing is reasonable for a 4-output active component splitter
- Fills a gap that HDMI-only splitters cannot cover for older gear
Cons
- Component video is a legacy format, limiting long-term relevance as older equipment ages out
- Will not work at all with HDMI sources or HDMI displays without separate adapters
- BolAAzuL is a lesser-known brand with limited after-sale support documentation available
Performance notes
This is a 1x4 component video (YPbPr) splitter. No resolution ceiling or bandwidth spec is listed. Component video supports up to 1080i or 1080p depending on the source device and cable quality. It does not carry audio, so a separate audio cable run is required alongside the component connections. The spec data lists 4 HDMI ports in the database field, but contextually this refers to the 4 component output sets.
What buyers say
A 4.5-star average from 257 buyers in a niche legacy video category is a meaningful vote of confidence. Buyers of component video splitters tend to be technically experienced users who have specific, well-defined needs. The strong rating suggests the BolAAzuL delivers on those expectations without compatibility surprises.
Specifications
| HDMI ports | 4 |
|---|---|
| Color | Component Splitter 1X4 |
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Frequently asked questions
Can I connect this to an HDMI TV?
Not directly. Component video and HDMI are different signal formats. To connect a component video output to an HDMI TV, you would need a separate component-to-HDMI converter box in addition to this splitter. The splitter itself only handles component video signals and passes them through unchanged.
Does component video carry audio?
No. Component video (YPbPr) carries only the video signal across three cables. Audio must be run separately using RCA stereo cables, a digital optical connection, or another audio path. You will need to split or run audio independently if you want sound on all connected displays or receivers.
What resolutions does component video support?
Component video cables can carry standard definition (480i, 480p), enhanced definition (576p), and high definition (720p, 1080i, and in some cases 1080p) signals. The exact resolution you get depends on what your source device outputs. Component video does not support 4K or HDR, which are HDMI-era formats.