Formuler Z11 Pro Max
Score: 84/100
Zidoo Z9X
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Zidoo Z9X 8K is a premium Android 11 media player delivering native 8K@60 Hz HDR video with extensive audio and connectivity options. Its drawbacks include limited internal storage and a more involved setup process. It targets audiophiles and home-theater enthusiasts who demand top-tier video quality and integration capabilities.
The Formuler Z11 Pro Max is a high-end Android 11 streaming box offering 4 GB RAM, Wi-Fi 6 and Gigabit Ethernet for fast 4K HDR10+ playback. Its main drawbacks are lack of exFAT support and limited free internal storage. Ideal for IPTV power users seeking premium performance.
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4 GB | 6 GBbest | |
32 GB | 64 GBbest | |
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| ↓ lower better | — | 0.55 kgbest |
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Performance(2) | ||
RAM (GB) | 4 GB | 6 GB |
Processor | Realtek RTD1319C | Amlogic S928X-K (penta-core Cortex-A76/A55) |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 4K | 8K |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 32 GB | 64 GB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6 (AX 2x2) | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | MPEG-1 Layer 1/2/3 (2-CH), MPEG-2 Layer 1/2, HE-AAC V1/V2 | Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DSD up to DSD512, PCM 192 kHz, WAV, FLAC, APE |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | BT1 remote | V11 backlight full‑size IR remote with learning function |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 105 mm × 21 mm × 105 mm mm | 147.3x26.4x189.2 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers consider the Z11 Pro Max the fastest and most advanced Formuler model yet, lauding its Realtek RTD1319C processor, Wi-Fi 6, Gigabit LAN, and flawless 4K HDR10+ playback. They also note strong benchmark scores and a well-designed remote, while calling out the lack of exFAT support and limited free storage as minor drawbacks.
Everyday users praise the box's compact build, reliable wired and wireless connectivity, and smooth Android 11 experience, but repeatedly complain about the inability to use exFAT drives and the limited internal storage after system installation.
Professional reviewers describe the Z9X 8K as a powerful multimedia player that excels in 8K@60 Hz playback, thanks to its Amlogic S928X-K processor, 6 GB RAM and HDMI 2.1a with HDR10+, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support. They commend the VS10 image engine, automatic frame-rate switching, and the highly customizable Poster Wall 4.0 and Music Player 8.0 interfaces, while also noting the premium aluminum build and massive 16 TB storage capability as standout attributes.
No direct consumer reviews were found, but the specifications suggest enthusiasts appreciate the device’s ability to handle lossless audio, Blu‑ray menus and massive local libraries, while occasional users may find the initial setup and lack of HDMI input a hurdle.
