Nvidia SHIELD
Score: 89/100
RockTek GX1
Score: 78/100Rankings
The NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro is a high-performance Android TV streaming device with Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision support, excelling in gaming and media playback. Its limited internal storage and larger chassis are notable trade-offs. Ideal for gamers and power users who value performance and expandability.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,160 pixels | 8,294,400 pixelsbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
3 GB | 4 GBbest | |
16 GB | 32 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.386 kg | 0.115 kgbest |
| ↓ lower better | 7.5 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 | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
Performance(3) | ||
CPU | NVIDIA Tegra X1+ | Realtek RTD1325TPV |
GPU | 256-core GPU | Mali-G57 |
RAM (GB) | 3 GB | 4 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.386 kg | 0.115 kg |
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0b | 2.1 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers describe the SHIELD TV Pro as the supreme streaming media player, emphasizing its stunning 4K HDR visuals with Dolby Vision, immersive Dolby Atmos sound, and superior GeForce NOW gaming performance.
Everyday users consistently praise the device's fast Tegra X1+ performance, reliable Wi-Fi/Ethernet streaming, voice-search remote, and PS5 controller compatibility.
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.”
