Sony NWE394
Score: 74/100
Roku Premiere
Score: 72/100Rankings
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.
The Roku Premiere delivers smooth 4K/HDR streaming with a responsive quad-core processor and a voice-enabled remote. It trades off Ethernet, USB data ports and modern power connectors, making it ideal for budget-conscious users who want 4K without wired networking.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
35 hoursbest | — | |
1.77 inchesbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 39 g | 36 gbest |
8 GBbest | — | |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
— | 6best | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 hoursbest | — |
1best | 0 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(1) | ||
Display Resolution | 128x160 | 3840x2160 |
Audio(1) | ||
Supported Audio Formats | MP3,WMA,AAC,Linear PCM | Dolby Digital, DTS |
Ports(1) | ||
USB Ports | 1 | 0 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 39 g | 36 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 6.68x1.81x3.12 mm | 36 x 17 x 84 mm mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
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 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praise centers on the included accessories and voice remote, while recurring complaints focus on Wi-Fi reliability, the outdated micro-USB power connector and the lack of additional ports.
“simply so fun in 2024”
“refreshingly uncomplicated”
“very very compact”
