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
#11
Resolution & HDR
4K + Dolby Vision (no Atmos or HDR10+)
4K + Dolby Vision + HDR10+, no Atmos
UI Speed
Snappy navigation, quick app launch
Snappy, no lag in daily use
Remote
Voice + TV power/volume control
Voice + TV power/volume, no backlight
App Support
Thousands of apps, minimal lock-in
All major apps, very broad Roku catalog
Ads & Privacy
Light home-screen promotion, standard tracking
Light ads on home screen, tracking minimal
Value
Excellent 4K capability per dollar
Exceptional: 4K + Roku OS at $45 refurb
Verdict
Best-value 4K streaming stick
Best-value renewed 4K streaming stick
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