Amazon Fire TV Cube
Score: 81/100
Mecool KM2 Plus 4GB
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Amazon Fire TV Cube is a hands-free 4K streaming box with a powerful octa-core CPU and full HDR/Dolby Atmos support. Its bulkier form factor, lack of gaming-focused features and occasional ad-laden UI are trade-offs. Ideal for Alexa-centric homes that value HDMI switching and high-speed Wi-Fi 6E.
The MECOOL KM2 Plus Deluxe provides a powerful Android TV 11 platform with 4 GB RAM, Wi-Fi 6, gigabit Ethernet and full Dolby Vision and AV1 support for premium 4K streaming. It is limited by USB 2.0 ports and an older OS that may not receive future updates. Perfect for users wanting high-quality video and robust networking without breaking the bank.
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2 GB | 4 GBbest | |
16 GB | 32 GBbest | |
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Performance(3) | ||
Processor | Octa-core 2.0 GHz | Amlogic S905X4-J quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 @ 24,000 DMIPS |
GPU | ARM Mali G52-MP2 800 MHz | ARM G31 MP2 |
RAM (GB) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Fire OS 7 | Android TV 11 |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio/MAT, DTS, DTS-HD, AAC-LC, AC3, eAC3, FLAC, MP3, PCM/Wave, Vorbis | Dolby Atmos |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | WiFi 6 |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Alexa Voice Remote | IR remote |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 86×77×86 mm mm | 98x20x98 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Fire TV Cube for its powerful octa-core CPU, comprehensive HDR and Dolby Atmos support, and the unique hands-free Alexa with HDMI input that simplifies switching between streaming and live sources. However, they note the mediocre SDR upscaling, lack of gaming-focused features like VRR/ALLM, and a bulkier form factor compared to slimmer competitors.
Everyday users consistently highlight the convenience of hands-free Alexa, rapid app launches, and excellent 4K/Dolby Vision picture quality, while expressing frustration over intrusive ads, occasional voice-recognition hiccups, and sub-par upscaling of non-4K content.
Professional reviewers consider the KM2 PLUS Deluxe a high-performance streaming box, lauding its sleek aesthetics, robust 4K HDR playback, extensive connectivity (including Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6) and support for premium codecs, while noting the absence of USB 3.0 and the older Android TV 11 platform as drawbacks.
Consumers overwhelmingly praise the device for smooth, buffer-free 4K streaming, fast network performance and generous RAM/storage that handle multiple apps, but they consistently criticize the slow USB 2.0 ports and the lack of OS updates beyond Android TV 11.
