Software
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- Runs Fire OS 7 (Android 9)
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- Runs Vega OS 1.1
Media streamer comparison
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
KSh 8,500In Stock | 02  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
KSh 10,500Out of 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 more memory (2 GB RAM), Dolby Vision HDR and Wi-Fi 6. Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select if you want a lighter build (42 g).
Memory
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- 2 GB RAM in this version
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- 1 GB RAM in this version
Weight
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- 48.4 g
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- 42 g
Connections
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
Performance
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS processor
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- MediaTek MT8698 MCM processor
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
- More memory: 2 GB RAM.
- Dolby Vision HDR.
- Newer Wi-Fi 6.
- Lower price: KSh 8,500 (KSh 2,000 less).
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- Lighter: 42 g.
What matters most to you?
9 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.
- 4K output with Dolby Vision.
- HDMI output.
- SoC: MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- 1 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Vega OS 1.1.
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0.
- 42 g.
- MediaTek MT8698 MCM processor.
- 4K output with HDR10.
- HDMI 2.1 output.
- SoC: MediaTek MT8698 MCM.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Amazon | Amazon |
Connectivity
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 + BLE |
| Ports | HDMI output; Micro-USB power; optional Ethernet adapter (10/100Mbps) | HDMI 2.1 output; Micro-USB power; optional Ethernet adapter |
| Casting / Network Features | Miracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa | Miracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (1st Gen, 2021); AFTKA | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select (2025); AFTCA002 |
| Streamer Type | 4K streaming stick | 4K streaming stick |
| Operating System | Fire OS 7 (Android 9) | Vega OS 1.1 |
| Processor / Graphics | SoC: MediaTek MT8696 + MT7921LS; CPU: quad-core 1.8GHz; GPU: IMG GE9215 at 750MHz | SoC: MediaTek MT8698 MCM; CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55, up to 1.7GHz; GPU: ARM G310 V2, up to 500MHz |
| Memory / Storage | RAM: 2GB DDR4; Storage: 8GB | RAM: 1GB LPDDR4; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | Dolby Vision; HDR10; HDR10+; HLG | HDR10; HDR10+; HLG |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | AV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; H.263; MPEG-2/4 | AV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-2/4 |
Audio
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Alexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+ | Alexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+ |
| Remote / Voice Control | Alexa Voice Remote; Bluetooth; microphone; IR TV / soundbar power and volume control | Alexa Voice Remote; Bluetooth; microphone; IR TV / soundbar power and volume control |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 99 × 30 × 14 mm; 42 g. Power: Micro-USB. Included: Fire TV Stick 4K Select, Alexa Voice Remote, USB power cable, power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries and quick-start guide |
Similarities
- Both stream in 4K.
- Both support Dolby Atmos.
- Both use Bluetooth 5.0.
- Both offer 8 GB of storage.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
In summary
Choose Fire TV Stick 4K Max for more memory and newer Wi-Fi; Fire TV Stick 4K offers a lighter build.
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