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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD vs Google TV Streamer 4K

Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.

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Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD

Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD

  • Runs Fire OS 6 (Android 7.1).
  • 1.5 GB RAM in this version.
  • 8 GB storage in this version.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • 53.6 g.
KSh 9,000In 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 Ultra HD if you want a lighter build (53.6 g) and a lower price (KSh 8,500 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 Ultra HD
Runs Fire OS 6 (Android 7.1)
Google TV Streamer 4K
Runs Google TV (Android TV OS)

Memory

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
1.5 GB RAM in this version
Google TV Streamer 4K
4 GB RAM in this version

Storage

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

Connections

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

Weight

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
53.6 g
Google TV Streamer 4K
163 g

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD

  • Lighter: 53.6 g.
  • Lower price: KSh 9,000 (KSh 8,500 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 Ultra HD

  • 1.5 GB RAM.
  • 8 GB storage.
  • Fire OS 6.
  • Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0.
  • 53.6 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
SpecificationFire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDGoogle TV Streamer 4K
BrandAmazonGoogle

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationFire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 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
SpecificationFire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Brand / ModelAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K (1st Gen, 2018); AFTMMGoogle TV Streamer (4K, 2024)
Streamer Type4K streaming stickTV box / streaming media player
Operating SystemFire OS 6 (Android 7.1)Google TV (Android TV OS)
Processor / GraphicsSoC: MediaTek MTK8695 + MT7668; CPU: quad-core 1.7GHz; GPU: IMG GE8300—
Memory / StorageRAM: 1.5GB DDR4; Storage: 8GBRAM: 4GB; Storage: 32GB

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationFire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDGoogle 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 / CodecsHEVC / 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
SpecificationFire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDGoogle 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
SpecificationFire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDGoogle 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
SpecificationFire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxDevice: 99 × 30 × 14 mm housing; 108 × 30 × 14 mm including HDMI connector; 53.6 g. Power: Micro-USB. Included: Fire TV Stick 4K, 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 Wi-Fi 5.
  • Both support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.

In summary

Choose Google TV Streamer 4K for more memory and more storage; Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra offers a lighter build at a lower price.

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