Roku Premiere
Score: 75/100
Roku Express 4K+
Score: 67/100Rankings
The Roku Premiere is a compact 4K/HDR streaming player with a quad-core processor and voice-controlled remote, offering solid picture quality at an affordable price. Its main trade-offs are the absence of Ethernet, USB data ports and a modern USB-C power connector. Ideal for budget-conscious users who want simple 4K streaming without wired networking.
The Roku Express 4K+ is a compact streaming device that delivers 4K UHD/HDR video over dual-band Wi-Fi, includes a voice-controlled remote with TV power and volume functions, and offers access to over 500 free channels and major streaming apps. Its lack of an Ethernet port, Dolby Vision/Atmos support and external storage expansion are notable drawbacks. Ideal for budget-conscious users upgrading older TVs to 4K streaming without needing wired networking or premium audio/visual features.
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| ↓ lower better | 0.036 kgbest | 0.045 kg |
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Performance(1) | ||
Processor | Quad-core ARM | ARM Cortex A55 quad-core |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi‑Fi 5 |
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HDMI Version | 2.0 | HDMI 2.0 |
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Remote Type | Simple IR remote | Voice remote with TV power, volume, mute controls |
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Weight (kg) | 0.036 kg | 0.0454 kg |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 36×18×84 mm mm | 1.6×0.83×3.0 in mm |
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Professional reviewers consistently commend the Roku Premiere for its unbeatable price-to-performance ratio, easy setup, and crisp 4K/HDR picture quality. They appreciate the responsive quad-core processor and the extensive Roku channel library, while noting the trade-off of missing Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6 and a premium remote.
Everyday users love how quickly they can get the device up and running and enjoy the sharp 4K picture and compact form factor. Common praise centers on the included accessories and voice remote, while recurring complaints focus on Wi-Fi reliability, the outdated micro-USB power connector and the lack of additional ports.
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, 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.
“very very compact,”
“plug in HDMI, connect Wi-Fi, done”
“tons of fun”
