Roku Express 4K+
Score: 71/100
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K 2nd Gen Black
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) offers a powerful quad-core processor, Wi-Fi 6, and premium Dolby Vision/Atmos support in a tiny form factor. Its main trade-offs are the absence of an Ethernet port and limited internal storage. Best suited for travelers and budget-conscious cord-cutters who prioritize smooth 4K playback and voice control.
The Roku Express 4K+ is a compact streaming dongle that offers solid 4K/HDR playback and a voice-controlled remote. Its main trade-offs are limited RAM/storage and the lack of an Ethernet port or premium HDR/audio formats. Ideal for budget-conscious users upgrading secondary rooms.
| Attribute | | |
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1 GB | 2 GBbest | |
16 GBbest | 8 GB | |
| ↓ lower better | 45.4 g | 28 gbest |
1 countbest | 1 countbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
RAM (GB) | 1 GB | 2 GB |
Processor | ARM Cortex A55 quad-core | Quad-core Cortex-A55 2.5GHz |
GPU | OpenGL ES 2.0 | ARM G310 V2 |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Roku OS | Google TV |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K 3840x2160 |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Voice remote with TV power, volume, mute controls | Bluetooth voice remote with Google Assistant |
Audio(1) | ||
Dolby Atmos Support | false | true |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 45.4 g | 28 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 21.1 x 40.6 x 76.2 mm mm | 90×40×165 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Roku Express 4K+ for its brilliant 4K picture quality, smooth dual-band Wi-Fi streaming, and the convenience of a voice remote that also controls TV power and volume. They also appreciate the fast quad-core processor and broad smart-home integration, while noting the drawbacks of missing Ethernet, limited RAM/storage, and lack of Dolby Vision/Atmos support.
Everyday users praise the device's effortless setup, reliable 4K/HDR streaming, and the handy voice remote that consolidates TV controls. Common complaints revolve around occasional Wi-Fi buffering, limited internal storage, and the absence of an Ethernet port or premium HDR/audio formats.
“"pretty much the same spec as we usually get on larger TV boxes" - Professional Review”
“"absolutely crazy smooth" - Professional Review”
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 its lag-free 4K streaming, portable form factor, and responsive UI, with few complaints aside from the missing AI super-resolution capability.
