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Xiaomi Android Google TV Box S 3rd Gen (4K, Dolby Vision, Wi-Fi 6)

XIAOMI
2.9
Premium-feature 4K box at mid-market price
$84.09 → As of Jul 13, 2026
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01 / Spec

Top features

Form FactorCompact box
Resolution & HDR4K UHD
Hdr SupportDolby Vision, HDR10+, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X

The Xiaomi Android Google TV Box S 3rd Gen is a compact 4K streaming box powered by a 64-bit 6nm processor with 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. It delivers 4K UHD with support for HDR10+ and Dolby Vision, plus Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio—features typical of premium boxes. Google TV integration provides personalized recommendations and cross-app search. Wi-Fi 6 (with OFDMA/MU-MIMO) enables fast content delivery, and a 360° Bluetooth remote with Google Assistant voice control rounds out the package. At ~$84, it competes with mid-range boxes like the Apple TV 4K and Nvidia Shield. Best suited for cord-cutters seeking premium A/V codecs and Google's smart home integration without Fire OS or Roku lock-in. Notable caveats: limited review velocity suggests modest market penetration in North America; Xiaomi's streaming-device brand presence is weaker than Roku, Amazon, or Apple in English-speaking markets.

02 / Signals

Why it's hot

Affordable 4K box with Dolby Vision, Atmos, and Wi-Fi 6.

  • Value for money 75
  • Review rating & velocity 70
  • Community sentiment 75
  • Brand reputation 87
  • Search heat 54
  • Est. return & defect rate 82
03 / Verdict

Pros & cons

Pros

  • 4K with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos
  • Wi-Fi 6 for fast, stable streaming
  • Google TV with personalized recommendations
  • 360° Bluetooth remote with voice control
  • Compact, unobtrusive design
  • 32GB storage for apps and caching

Cons

  • Limited review volume and North American brand recognition
  • No Ethernet port (Wi-Fi only)
  • Xiaomi ecosystem less open than Roku or Google TV standalone
  • Modest community presence vs. Roku/Fire TV/Apple TV
  • May require reboots on older firmware
  • Less ecosystem integration than Amazon Fire TV
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Resolution & HDR
4K + Dolby Vision + HDR10+ + Dolby Atmos—full suite 4K + Dolby Vision + HDR10+ + Dolby Atmos Best picture
UI Speed
Quad-core 6nm processor, 2GB RAM—adequate for 4K Quad-core processor, instant app launch, fluid 4K nav
App Support
Google TV: all major apps, platform-neutral, strong Google integration All major apps (Netflix, Disney+, Prime, HBO Max, etc.) + Alexa search
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