Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
Score: 83/100
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K 2nd Gen Black
Score: 86/100Rankings
Xiaomi's TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) delivers 4K HDR video with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support, powered by a fast quad-core CPU and Wi-Fi 6. It lacks a wired Ethernet connection and AI upscaling. Best suited for portable or secondary-TV streaming where space and wireless performance matter.
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is a high-end streaming stick offering Wi-Fi 6E, 16 GB storage and full HDR/Dolby Atmos support. Its ad-laden UI and lack of Ethernet are notable trade-offs. Best for cord-cutters who want top-tier performance and Alexa integration.
| Attribute | | |
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2 GBbest | 2 GBbest | |
16 GBbest | 8 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 49.9 g | 28 gbest |
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Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | MediaTek MT8696T, quad-core 2.0 GHz | Quad-core Cortex-A55 |
GPU Model | IMG PowerVR GE9215, 850 MHz | ARM G310 V2 |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6E | Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
Bluetooth Version | 5.2 | |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, 7.1 surround, PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, HDMI audio pass‑through up to 5.1 | MP3, AAC, RM, FLAC, DTS:X, DTS HD, Dolby Atmos |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced | Bluetooth voice remote |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 49.9 g | 28 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 38.1 x 17.0 x 157.7 mm mm | 90 x 40 x 165 mm mm |
Display(2) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K |
HDR Formats Supported | HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ |
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Professional reviewers commend the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for its powerful 2.0 GHz processor, Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, expanded 16 GB storage and fast, responsive Fire OS 8 interface, positioning it as Amazon's top streaming stick. However, they note its single-task design, ad-laden UI and marginally higher latency compared to rivals as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the fast boot times, seamless 4K/Dolby Vision streaming, reliable Wi-Fi 6E performance and the Ambient mode's visual appeal, but repeatedly complain about intrusive ads, occasional app crashes when storage fills, remote battery drain and the perception that the device is overkill for simple streaming.
“Fast boot times, seamless 4K/Dolby Vision streaming, reliable Wi-Fi 6E in apartments, and Ambient mode for art displays”
“pretty much the same spec as we usually get on larger TV boxes”
“absolutely crazy smooth”
Professional reviewers praise the Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) for delivering performance on par with much larger TV boxes, highlighting its smooth interface and substantial CPU/GPU improvements, while noting the lack of AI upscaling as the main drawback.
Everyday users consistently commend the device for its lag-free 4K streaming, portable form factor, and responsive UI, with few complaints aside from the missing AI super-resolution capability.
