Software
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- Runs Fire OS 7 (Android 9)
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Runs Google TV
Media streamer comparison
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max vs Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
KSh 8,500In Stock | 02  Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)
KSh 10,000In Stock |
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2 spaces availableAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026)KSh 10,500
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen)KSh 8,590
Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) 4K (2023)KSh 9,000
Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025KSh 11,840
Our quick verdict
Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max if you want Dolby Atmos audio, a lighter build (48.4 g) and a lower price (KSh 1,500 less). Choose the Xiaomi TV Box S if you want Bluetooth 5.2.
Connections
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- Bluetooth connection
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
Weight
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- 48.4 g
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 142 g
Performance
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS processor
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor
Audio
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- Dolby Atmos
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Dolby Audio
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- Dolby Atmos audio.
- Lighter: 48.4 g.
- Lower price: KSh 8,500 (KSh 1,500 less).
- Wired Ethernet port.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- Newer Bluetooth 5.2.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
What matters most to you?
12 priorities selected.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- 2 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Fire OS 7.
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
- 48.4 g.
- MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS processor.
- Dolby Atmos.
- HDMI output.
- Alexa Voice Remote.
- Dolby Vision, HDR10.
- SoC: MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS.
- 4K streaming stick.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Google TV.
- Bluetooth 5.2.
- 142 g.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
- Dolby Audio.
- HDMI 2.1 ×1.
- Bluetooth voice remote.
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55, GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2.
- TV box / streaming media player.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Amazon | Xiaomi |
Connectivity
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ports | HDMI output; Micro-USB power; optional Ethernet adapter (10/100Mbps) | HDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; audio output ×1; DC power input ×1 |
| Casting / Network Features | Miracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa | Chromecast built-in |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (1st Gen, 2021); AFTKA | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen, 2023) |
| Streamer Type | 4K streaming stick | TV box / streaming media player |
| Operating System | Fire OS 7 (Android 9) | Google TV |
| Processor / Graphics | SoC: MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS; CPU: quad-core 1.8GHz; GPU: IMG GE9215 at 750MHz | CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55; GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2 |
| Memory / Storage | RAM: 2GB DDR4; Storage: 8GB | RAM: 2GB; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | Dolby Vision; HDR10; HDR10+; HLG | Dolby Vision; HDR10+ |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | AV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; H.263; MPEG-2/4 | HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4 |
Audio
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Audio; DTS-HD |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Alexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+ | Google Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube |
| Remote / Voice Control | Alexa Voice Remote; Bluetooth; microphone; IR TV / soundbar power and volume control | Bluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared TV power and volume control |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the Box | Device: 99 × 30 × 14 mm housing; 108 × 30 × 14 mm including HDMI connector; 48.4 g. Power: Micro-USB. Included: Fire TV Stick 4K Max, Alexa Voice Remote, USB power cable, power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries and quick-start guide | Device: 95.25 × 95.25 × 16.7 mm; 142 g; Black. In the box: TV Box S (2nd Gen), remote, power adapter, HDMI cable and manual |
Similarities
- Both stream in 4K.
- Both have 2 GB RAM.
- Both support Dolby Vision.
- Both offer 8 GB of storage.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
In summary
Choose Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max for a lighter build.
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