TiVo Stream 4K
Score: 65/100
Roku Express 4K+
Score: 68/100Rankings
Roku Express 4K+ provides compact 4K/HDR streaming with a voice remote that also controls TV power, volume, and mute, making setup effortless. Its drawbacks include the absence of Ethernet, limited 1 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, and lack of Dolby Vision or Atmos support. Best suited for users who want an affordable, easy-to-use 4K streamer for secondary rooms.
TiVo Stream 4K is an Android TV dongle that aggregates multiple streaming apps and live TV into a single 4K Dolby Vision interface with voice control. It suffers from an outdated Android 9 OS, modest 2 GB RAM and no wired Ethernet, which can affect performance. It works well for casual viewers seeking a unified streaming experience.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 GBbest | 1 GB | |
8 GB | 16 GBbest | |
60 Hzbest | 60 Hzbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 Wbest | — |
| ↓ lower better | — | 45.4 gbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor | Amlogic S905Y2 | ARM Cortex A55 quad-core |
RAM (GB) | 2 GB | 1 GB |
Storage(1) | ||
Internal Storage (GB) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
Display(1) | ||
Maximum Resolution | 4K | 4K UHD |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Android 9.0 | Roku OS |
Ports(1) | ||
HDMI Version | 2.0a | HDMI 2.0 |
Controls(1) | ||
Remote Type | voice remote | Voice remote with TV power, volume, mute |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 53×16×77 mm mm | 40.64×21.08×76.2 mm mm |
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.
Professional reviewers praise the Roku Express 4K+ for its brilliant 4K picture quality, smooth dual-band Wi-Fi streaming, and convenient voice remote, while noting the lack of Ethernet, limited RAM/storage, and absence of Dolby Vision/Atmos.
Everyday users praise the device's effortless setup, reliable 4K/HDR streaming, and handy voice remote, but complain about occasional Wi-Fi buffering, limited storage, and lack of Ethernet or premium HDR/audio formats.
