Roku Streaming Stick+
Score: 80/100
Google TV Streamer 4K
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Roku Streaming Stick+ is a compact HDMI-plug-in streaming device delivering 4K60fps HDR with a long-range dual-band Wi-Fi and voice-enabled remote. Its budget-friendly design lacks Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, and an Ethernet port, which may limit premium audio-video and wired stability. Ideal for cost-conscious cord-cutters seeking easy setup on secondary TVs.
The Google TV Streamer 4K is a set-top box delivering 4K HDR video at 60 FPS with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos, backed by 4 GB RAM and 32 GB storage. It lacks Wi-Fi 6 and expandable storage, and its GPU is modest for gaming. Ideal for Google ecosystem users needing reliable wired streaming and smart-home integration.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1 GB | 4 GBbest | |
— | 32 GBbest | |
— | 1,000 Mbpsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.5 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | 26 gbest | 162 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
RAM (GB) | 1 GB | 4 GB |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Dual-band | Wi‑Fi 5 |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | Stereo | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | Voice Remote with IR | Voice remote |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 26 g | 162 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 20x12x94 mm mm | 76.2x25.4x162.56 mm |
Display(2) | ||
Maximum Video Resolution | 3840x2160 | 2160p |
HDR Formats Supported | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the Stick+ for its sleek, plug-and-play form factor, strong long-range Wi-Fi, and solid 4K/HDR picture at a budget price, but they criticize the missing Dolby Vision/Atmos support and the lack of an Ethernet port, which limits its appeal for premium-audio or wired-network users.
Everyday users love the effortless setup, crisp 4K/HDR picture, responsive voice remote, and reliable Wi-Fi range, especially for upgrading older or secondary TVs, while recurring complaints focus on occasional overheating, short remote battery life, and intrusive interface ads.
“quick setup, intuitive interface, strong 4K/HDR picture quality”
“did not skip a beat”
Professional reviewers commend the Google TV Streamer 4K for its fluid 4K video playback, rapid app switching, and extensive Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and Dolby Atmos support, while also highlighting the value of Gemini voice integration and Matter/Thread smart-home features. However, they criticize the lack of Wi-Fi 6, the fixed 32 GB storage without expansion, and the limited gaming performance, questioning whether the specs justify its 2024 price for power users.
Everyday users praise the device for seamless 4K streaming, quick app launches, reliable Ethernet connectivity, and the convenience of a voice remote, noting the noticeable speed boost over older Chromecasts. Recurring complaints focus on Wi-Fi 5 bandwidth constraints, the inability to expand storage, and insufficient power for gaming, with some feeling the hardware is under-powered for its cost.
