Nvidia SHIELD Pro
Score: 82/100
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K 2nd Gen Black
Score: 80/100Rankings
The NVIDIA Shield TV Pro is a high-performance Android TV player featuring a Tegra X1+ processor, AI upscaling, and support for Dolby Vision, Atmos, and GeForce NOW gaming. Its limited 16 GB internal storage and lack of HDMI 2.1/AV1 keep it from being future-proof. Targeted at power users and gamers who value expandability and top-tier media capabilities.
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) is a compact dongle with Wi-Fi 6, a powerful 2.5 GHz CPU and Dolby Vision/Atmos support, running Google TV. It lacks Ethernet and AI upscaling, which may affect network stability and upscaling quality. Great for portable, budget-friendly 4K streaming on the go.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3 GBbest | 2 GB | |
16 GBbest | 8 GB | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.5 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 250 g | 28 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Processor | NVIDIA Tegra X1+ | Quad-core Cortex-A55 |
GPU | 256-core NVIDIA GPU | ARM G310 V2 |
RAM (GB) | 3 GB | 2 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Android 11 (Android TV) | Google TV |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS-X, Dolby Digital Plus | DTS:X, DTS HD, Dolby Atmos, MP3, AAC, RM, FLAC |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0+LE | 5.2 |
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Hands-free Google Assistant Remote | Voice remote |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 250 g | 28 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 159x98x26 mm mm | 90 x 40 x 165 mm mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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”
“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 lag-free 4K streaming, portable form factor, and responsive UI, with few complaints aside from the missing AI super-resolution capability.
