
Boxy Android TV Box
Score: 69/100
RockTek GX1
Score: 78/100Rankings

The RockTek GX1 UHD Streamer offers a compact Google TV experience with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos, backed by a Realtek processor, 4 GB RAM and HDMI 2.1. Its drawbacks include a non-Gigabit Ethernet port, limited USB-2.0 speeds, and potential heat issues. Best suited for users who value a small form-factor and premium video/audio without needing ultra-high-bitrate wired streaming.

Boxy BOXY is a compact Android TV box offering Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and AV1 support along with a USB 3.0 port for fast external storage. Its Ethernet speed ceiling and modest RAM/storage limit high-performance use cases. Best suited for home-theater enthusiasts who prioritize codec support and voice-controlled streaming.
| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
2,160 pixels | 8,294,400 pixelsbest | |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
2 GB | 4 GBbest | |
16 GB | 32 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 kg | 0.115 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 10 Wbest | — |
2 countbest | 2 countbest |
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| Attribute | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Resolution (pixels) | 2160 pixels | 3840x2160 pixels |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DSD/SACD, FLAC | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
Performance(2) | ||
CPU | ARM Cortex-A55 4-core | Realtek RTD1325TPV |
RAM (GB) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.5 kg | 0.115 kg |
Features(1) | ||
Voice Assistant | false | true |
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 | 2.1 |


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Professional commentary is limited to a single YouTube overview, which praises Boxy's premium codec support, ISO 4K Dolby Vision playback and Netflix certification, while calling out the Ethernet speed ceiling and modest RAM/storage as the main compromises.
No consumer reviews or ratings were found in the research, indicating that everyday users have not publicly shared feedback on Boxy yet.

Professional reviewers commend the GX1 for its striking Dolby Vision and HDR10+ performance at 2160p60, smooth AV1 playback, and the polished Google TV 12 experience. However, they point out the 100 Mbps Ethernet as a bottleneck for high-bitrate local streaming and note the absence of VC-1 support and limited ventilation as drawbacks for power users.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the GX1's video and audio quality, compact size, and responsive interface, often calling it a top-line product that outshines competitors. The most common complaints revolve around screen-resize issues on certain LCD TVs and the lack of Gigabit Ethernet for heavy NAS-based media consumption.
“topline product with great RTD1325 performance.”

“"Ok" rating due to this.”

