Amazon Fire TV Cube
Score: 82/100
ONN Android TV 4K
Score: 79/100Rankings
The Amazon Fire TV Cube is a hands-free 4K Ultra HD player with built-in Alexa, HDMI input and support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. Its drawbacks include a bulkier form factor, lack of gaming-focused features like VRR/ALLM, and occasional ad-heavy UI. Best suited for Alexa-centric households that want seamless voice control and premium video/audio.
The ONN Android TV 4K UHD device provides 4K HDR with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, a Google Assistant voice remote, and built-in Chromecast. Its modest 2 GB RAM, lack of Ethernet, and older Android TV 10 OS limit performance and future-proofing. Suitable for budget-friendly cord-cutters who prioritize the Google TV ecosystem over premium specs.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 GBbest | 2 GBbest | |
16 GBbest | 8 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 513 g | 340 gbest |
2 countbest | 1 count | |
60 Hzbest | — | |
1 yearsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Processor | Octa-core 2.0 GHz | Amlogic S905Y2 |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 5 |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 | 4.0 |
Ethernet Port | true | false |
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Ports (count) | 2 count | 1 count |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Fire OS 7 | Google TV |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Alexa Voice Remote | IR with voice |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio/MAT, DTS, DTS-HD, AAC-LC, AC3, eAC3, FLAC, MP3, PCM/Wave, Vorbis | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 513 g | 340 g |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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 agree that the ONN 4K streaming box punches far above its weight class, delivering impressive 4K HDR picture quality, Dolby Atmos audio, and a responsive Google TV experience despite its modest hardware. They commend its value, fast boot times, and solid Wi-Fi performance, while noting the lack of Ethernet and limited RAM as the primary trade-offs.
Everyday users echo the reviewers' praise for price-to-performance, highlighting quick app loading, vibrant 4K streaming, and the convenience of the voice remote and built-in Chromecast. Recurring complaints focus on occasional lag, limited internal storage, no wired networking option, and a basic plastic build.
