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
#43
Resolution & HDR
4K + Dolby Vision (no Atmos or HDR10+)
4K + Dolby Vision + Dolby Atmos
UI Speed
Snappy navigation, quick app launch
3GB RAM, unspecified processor, WiFi 6
Remote
Voice + TV power/volume control
Backlit remote, Find My Remote, no native voice button
App Support
Thousands of apps, minimal lock-in
Google TV—all major apps, platform-neutral
Ads & Privacy
Light home-screen promotion, standard tracking
Google TV home—light ads, standard Google tracking
Value
Excellent 4K capability per dollar
4K + Dolby for $123 vs. competitors at similar price
Verdict
Best-value 4K streaming stick
Budget 4K streamer with Google TV and premium formats
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