Roku Ultra
Score: 83/100
Boxy Android TV Box
Score: 69/100Rankings
The Roku Ultra is Roku's flagship 4K streaming player offering Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dolby Atmos and both Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet for rock-solid connectivity. Its premium price and bulkier form factor may deter budget-focused users. It excels for home-theater enthusiasts who want top-tier audio-video performance and reliable wired streaming.
Boxy BOXY is a compact Android TV box offering Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and AV1 support along with a USB 3.0 port for fast external storage. Its Ethernet speed ceiling and modest RAM/storage limit high-performance use cases. Best suited for home-theater enthusiasts who prioritize codec support and voice-controlled streaming.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8,294,400 pixelsbest | 2,160 pixels | |
60 Hzbest | — | |
2 GBbest | 2 GBbest | |
— | 16 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.167 kgbest | 0.5 kg |
| ↓ lower better | 4.5 Wbest | 10 W |
1 count | 2 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Resolution (pixels) | 3840x2160 pixels | 2160 pixels |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | AAC, MP3, WMA, FLAC, AC3, DTS, ALAC | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DSD/SACD, FLAC |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6 | 802.11ac |
Bluetooth Version | true | 5.0 |
Performance(1) | ||
CPU | Quad-core ARM Cortex A55 | ARM Cortex-A55 4-core |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.167 kg | 0.5 kg |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 4.5 W | 10 W |
Ports(2) | ||
USB Ports (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
HDMI Version | 2.0a | HDMI 2.1 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors consistently commend the Roku Ultra for its 30% faster processor, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, and premium audiovisual support such as Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. They also highlight the feature-rich rechargeable Voice Remote Pro and the reliability of its wired Ethernet and local media playback options, positioning it as the most capable Roku device for high-end home-theater setups.
Everyday users praise the device's lightweight design, fast and responsive interface, and the convenience of the hands-free remote with a lost-finder. Stable streaming via Wi-Fi 6 or Ethernet and the ability to play local media are also frequently mentioned, while the higher price and lack of deep smart-home integration are noted as minor drawbacks.
Professional commentary is limited to a single YouTube overview, which praises Boxy's premium codec support, ISO 4K Dolby Vision playback and Netflix certification, while calling out the Ethernet speed ceiling and modest RAM/storage as the main compromises.
No consumer reviews or ratings were found in the research, indicating that everyday users have not publicly shared feedback on Boxy yet.
“maximum performance, wired”
“very light”
