Nvidia SHIELD Pro
Score: 84/100
Roku Streaming Stick 4K+
Score: 73/100Rankings
The NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro is a high-performance Android TV box with AI upscaling, GeForce NOW gaming and extensive HDR support. Its drawbacks are limited internal storage, lack of AV1 decoding and an aging design. Best for power users and gamers who need expandability and top-tier video/audio quality.
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K+ delivers 4K HDR with Dolby Vision and a voice-controlled remote, making it a convenient plug-and-play solution. Its main compromises are the lack of Ethernet, limited ports, and UI ads, which may affect power users. Ideal for cord-cutters who want a portable, feature-rich streamer for 4K TVs.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,160 p | 3,840 pbest | |
3 GBbest | — | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
16 GBbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 g | 25.5 gbest |
2 countbest | 1 count |
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| Attribute | | |
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Display(2) | ||
HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
Maximum Resolution (p) | 2160 p | 3840x2160 p |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS‑X, Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Atmos, DTS Digital Surround, Dolby-encoded audio |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | 802.11ac dual-band |
Ethernet Port | true | false |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Hands‑free Google Assistant remote | Voice remote |
Ports(2) | ||
HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0b | 2.0b |
Number of USB Ports (count) | 2 count | 1 count |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 250 g | 25.5 g |
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 98×159×26 mm mm | 11.5 x 20.3 x 94.0 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the SHIELD TV Pro as a high-performance media powerhouse, emphasizing its AI upscaling, 25% faster Tegra X1+ CPU, dual USB expandability, and robust GeForce NOW 4K cloud gaming. However, they note the hardware design has not changed since 2019 and that it lacks newer interfaces like HDMI 2.1 and AV1 decoding, making it feel a step behind the latest competitors.
Everyday users praise the device for smooth 4K streaming, excellent Plex integration, reliable NVIDIA firmware updates, and powerful GeForce NOW gaming. Recurring complaints focus on the limited 16 GB internal storage, occasional Wi-Fi drops, voice-control glitches, lack of AV1 support, and a setup process that can be daunting for non-technical owners.
“best for PC game streaming to TV”
Professional reviewers praise the Roku Streaming Stick 4K+ for its excellent 4K/HDR picture quality, compact design, and quick, intuitive setup. They highlight the long-range Wi-Fi receiver and voice remote with smart-assistant support as strong points, while noting the lack of Ethernet, presence of ads, and limited port selection as drawbacks.
Everyday users appreciate the device's super-fast startup, pocket-size portability, reliable 4K streaming on major services, and easy voice control. Common complaints revolve around occasional Wi-Fi lag in weak signal zones, intrusive ads in the UI, and the need for a strong HDMI-compatible TV to fully benefit from HDR features.
