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.
“maximum performance, wired”
“very light”
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.
