What do I need to do/buy to be able to transmit 1080p video files to a non smart tv?

[rookoo]

Okay, here's the deal. I've got a non-smart tv downstairs, and I'd like to play a bunch of 1080p files or things of that ilk from my PC. I've gotten a long HDMI cable in the past, but since the PC has been moved to a different room, it is no longer long enough.

I'd like to know what I could do to get these files to the TV. I've heard of chromecast, is it cabable of this? Do I have many options? I've looked into using games consoles, but they seem to be a wash, not supporting a bunch of codecs like .mkv's.

 

[kanewolf]

A media player like a Roku would be one answer. BUT, playing 1080p files requires a good network. Using 2.4Ghz WIFI for any of the connections is iffy.

 

[rookoo]

My network is apparently capable of 50 mb/s and there is an option for 5ghz on my router. Would a Roku 3 HD be necessary? http/www.amazon.co.uk/Roku-3500EU-Streaming-Stick-Black/dp/B00K71I68K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1415543192&sr=8-2&keywords=roku+3 and would it support 5ghz, or would one of the cheaper options do?

 

[kanewolf]

My network is apparently capable of 50 mb/s and there is an option for 5ghz on my router. Would a Roku 3 HD be necessary? http/www.amazon.co.uk/Roku-3500EU-Streaming-Stick-Black/dp/B00K71I68K/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1415543192&sr=8-2&keywords=roku+3 and would it support 5ghz, or would one of the cheaper options do?

The Roku 2 had dual band WIFI. They have a comparison of the devices over at www.roku.com

 

[sora]

The Roku 3 is not necessary but yes it would support 5GHz.