Spec-by-spec
Head to head
Contenders from Streaming Media Players, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.
Price
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#8
Resolution & HDR
4K + Dolby Vision (no Atmos or HDR10+)
4K + HDR10+, no Dolby Vision
UI Speed
Snappy navigation, quick app launch
Adequate, occasional lag
Remote
Voice + TV power/volume control
Voice + TV power/volume controls
App Support
Thousands of apps, minimal lock-in
All majors, heavy Amazon promotion
Ads & Privacy
Light home-screen promotion, standard tracking
Ad-heavy home screen, tracking
Value
Excellent 4K capability per dollar
Excellent capability per dollar
Verdict
Best-value 4K streaming stick
Best budget 4K streaming stick
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