Sony NWE394
Score: 74/100
Roku Express 4K+
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Roku Express 4K+ streams 4K UHD/HDR content over dual-band Wi-Fi and includes a voice remote that controls TV power and volume. It does not offer Ethernet, Dolby Vision, or Dolby Atmos, and has limited internal storage. It's a great budget streaming stick for 4K TVs that value simplicity and voice control.
The Sony NW-E394/B is a pocket-sized MP3 player offering 35 hours of playback, ClearAudio+ sound tuning, and an FM radio. Its limitations include the absence of Bluetooth, a tiny low-resolution screen, and minimal storage without expansion. Ideal for runners, commuters, or anyone seeking a simple, long-lasting music player without smart features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
35 hoursbest | — | |
1.77 inchesbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 39 gbest | 45.4 g |
— | 1 GBbest | |
8 GB | 16 GBbest | |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 hoursbest | — |
1best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(1) | ||
Display Resolution | 128x160 | 4K |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 39 g | 45.4 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 6.68x1.81x3.12 mm | 1.6×0.83×3.0 in mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the NW-E394 for its retro simplicity, ultra-lightweight build, and reliable 35-hour battery, noting ClearAudio+ sound tuning and the handy FM radio as standout features, while criticizing the lack of Bluetooth, low-resolution display, and absence of streaming capabilities.
Everyday users love the long battery life, pocketable size, and drag-and-drop ease, often calling it refreshingly uncomplicated, but they repeatedly mention the missing Bluetooth, small dated screen, and limited storage as drawbacks.
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.
“simply so fun in 2024”
“refreshingly uncomplicated”
