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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max vs Google TV Streamer 4K

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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max

  • Runs Fire OS 7 (Android 9).
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 8 GB storage in this version.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • 48.4 g.
KSh 8,500In Stock
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Google TV Streamer 4K

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • Runs Google TV (Android TV OS).
  • 4 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • 163 g.
KSh 17,500In Stock
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Amazon 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 Wi-Fi 6, a lighter build (48.4 g) and a lower price (KSh 9,000 less). Choose the Google TV Streamer 4K if you want more memory (4 GB RAM) and more storage (32 GB).

Software

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
Runs Fire OS 7 (Android 9)
Google TV Streamer 4K
Runs Google TV (Android TV OS)

Memory

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
2 GB RAM in this version
Google TV Streamer 4K
4 GB RAM in this version

Storage

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
8 GB storage in this version
Google TV Streamer 4K
32 GB storage in this version

Connections

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
Bluetooth connection
Google TV Streamer 4K
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection

Weight

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
48.4 g
Google TV Streamer 4K
163 g

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max

  • Newer Wi-Fi 6.
  • Lighter: 48.4 g.
  • Lower price: KSh 8,500 (KSh 9,000 less).
  • Streamer type: 4K streaming stick.

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • More memory: 4 GB RAM.
  • More storage: 32 GB.
  • Streamer type: TV box / streaming media player.

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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max

  • 2 GB RAM.
  • 8 GB storage.
  • Fire OS 7.
  • Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
  • 48.4 g.
  • HDMI output.
  • Alexa Voice Remote.
  • Dolby Vision, HDR10.
  • 4K streaming stick.

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • 4 GB RAM.
  • 32 GB storage.
  • Google TV.
  • Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1.
  • 163 g.
  • HDMI 2.1 Type A.
  • Google TV Streamer Voice Remote.
  • Dolby Vision, HDR10+.
  • TV box / streaming media player.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxGoogle TV Streamer 4K
BrandAmazonGoogle

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.1
PortsHDMI output; Micro-USB power; optional Ethernet adapter (10/100Mbps)HDMI 2.1 Type A; USB-C (power / data / Ethernet); built-in RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
Casting / Network FeaturesMiracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free AlexaGoogle Cast; Matter hub; Thread border router

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Brand / ModelAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (1st Gen, 2021); AFTKAGoogle TV Streamer (4K, 2024)
Streamer Type4K streaming stickTV box / streaming media player
Operating SystemFire OS 7 (Android 9)Google TV (Android TV OS)
Processor / GraphicsSoC: MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS; CPU: quad-core 1.8GHz; GPU: IMG GE9215 at 750MHz—
Memory / StorageRAM: 2GB DDR4; Storage: 8GBRAM: 4GB; Storage: 32GB

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Maximum Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesDolby Vision; HDR10; HDR10+; HLGDolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLG
Video Decoding / CodecsAV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; H.263; MPEG-2/4AV1; HEVC / H.265; VP9; AVC / H.264, up to 4K at 60 fps

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital PlusDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus

Smart Features & Controls

Smart Features & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Streaming / Smart FeaturesAlexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+Personalized Google TV recommendations; Google Home smart-home control; remote finder
Remote / Voice ControlAlexa Voice Remote; Bluetooth; microphone; IR TV / soundbar power and volume controlGoogle TV Streamer Voice Remote; integrated microphone; Bluetooth and IR; TV / soundbar control; customizable button; 2 AAA batteries

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxDevice: 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 guideDevice: 161.56 × 75.6 × 26.67 mm; 163 g. Power: 5V DC / 1.5A supply. Included: streamer, voice remote, 2 AAA batteries and power supply; HDMI cable sold separately

Similarities

  • Both stream in 4K.
  • Both support Dolby Vision.
  • Both support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
  • Both use HDR10 (HDR / video features).

In summary

Choose Google TV Streamer 4K for more memory and more storage; Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max offers newer Wi-Fi at a lower price.

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