The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Streaming Media Players, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Roku Streaming Stick 4K Roku Streaming Stick 4K #2 in Streaming Media Players
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Roku Express 4K 2022 (Renewed) – Budget 4K Streaming Stick Roku Express 4K 2022 (Renewed) – Budget 4K Streaming Stick #16 in Streaming Media Players
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#16
Resolution & HDR
4K + Dolby Vision (no Atmos or HDR10+)
4K, HDR10/HDR10+ (no Dolby Vision)
UI Speed
Snappy navigation, quick app launch
Quad-core, adequate for 4K
Remote
Voice + TV power/volume control
Voice + TV power/volume control
App Support
Thousands of apps, minimal lock-in
10,000+ apps, platform-neutral Roku OS
Ads & Privacy
Light home-screen promotion, standard tracking
Light Roku home-screen promotions
Value
Excellent 4K capability per dollar
4K streaming under $40
Verdict
Best-value 4K streaming stick
Best value 4K streaming stick under $40

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