Nvidia SHIELD Pro
Score: 84/100
Zidoo Z20 PRO
Score: 83/100Rankings
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 Zidoo Z20 PRO is a premium 4K HDR media player featuring a Realtek quad-core processor, dual HDMI outputs and an internal SATA bay supporting up to 16 TB of storage. Its high price and limited USB 3.0 connectivity may deter budget-focused buyers. Ideal for home-theater enthusiasts seeking cinema-grade video and extensive local storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,160 pbest | 4 p | |
3 GB | 4 GBbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
16 GB | 32 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 250 gbest | — |
2 count | 3 countbest |
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Display(2) | ||
HDR Formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | HDR10, HLG, HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
Maximum Resolution (p) | 2160 p | 4 p |
Performance(3) | ||
Processor | NVIDIA Tegra X1+ | Realtek RTD1619BPD ARM Cortex-A55 Quad-core 64-bit |
GPU | 256-core NVIDIA GPU | ARM Mali-G57 |
RAM (GB) | 3 GB | 4 GB |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS‑X, Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby TrueHD, LPCM 2.0, DSD256, PCM 192 kHz, WAV, FLAC, APE, DSD, DFF, DSF |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | WiFi 6 |
Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.0 + LE | 5.2 |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
Ports(2) | ||
HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0b | 2.0 |
Number of USB Ports (count) | 2 count | 3 count |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 98×159×26 mm mm | 68×197×197 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.
Professional reviewers regard the Z20 PRO as a premium home-theater solution, highlighting its flawless 4K@60Hz HDR playback, robust build quality, powerful processor, and expansive storage options, while noting its high price and potential chassis discoloration as the main drawbacks.
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