TiVo Stream 4K
Score: 69/100
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K 2nd Gen Black
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) is a pocket-sized streaming dongle delivering 4K HDR with Dolby Atmos and Wi-Fi 6. Its trade-offs are limited internal storage and the absence of a wired Ethernet connection. It best serves travelers and secondary-TV setups where size and cost are paramount.
The TiVo Stream 4K is an Android TV-based dongle that aggregates streaming apps and live TV into a single interface while delivering 4K Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos. It is held back by an older processor, limited RAM/storage and no wired Ethernet, making it less suitable for power users. Best for casual streamers who want a simple, voice-controlled hub at a budget price.
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Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, etc. | MP3, AAC, RM, FLAC, DTS:X, DTS HD, Dolby Atmos |
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Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 5 | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.2 |
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CPU | Amlogic S905Y2 | Quad-core Cortex-A55 |
GPU | Mali‑G31 | ARM G310 V2 |
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Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 16x53x77 mm | 40x90x165 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the TiVo Stream 4K for its content aggregation that simplifies browsing across multiple services and for delivering solid 4K Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos performance at a budget price. However, they criticize the modest Amlogic S905Y2 processor, the lack of Ethernet, and the outdated Android 9.0 operating system, noting these as trade-offs for the dongle's compact form factor.
Everyday users praise the device for its easy setup, responsive voice remote, and the "headache-free" unified recommendations that make managing multiple streaming accounts simple. Recurring complaints focus on the limited 8 GB internal storage, occasional app lag, the need for AAA batteries in the remote, and the absence of a wired Ethernet connection for more stable streaming.
“pretty much the same spec as we usually get on larger TV boxes”
“absolutely crazy smooth”
Professional reviewers praise the Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) for delivering performance on par with much larger TV boxes, highlighting its smooth interface and substantial CPU/GPU improvements, while noting the lack of AI upscaling as the main drawback.
Everyday users consistently commend the device for its lag-free 4K streaming, portable form factor, and responsive UI, with few complaints aside from the missing AI super-resolution capability.
