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Media streamer comparison

Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen vs Google TV Streamer 4K

Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.

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Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)

Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)

  • Runs Google TV.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 8 GB storage in this version.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • 142 g.
KSh 10,000In 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 Xiaomi TV Box S if you want Bluetooth 5.2, a lighter build (142 g) and a lower price (KSh 7,500 less). Choose the Google TV Streamer 4K if you want more memory (4 GB RAM), more storage (32 GB) and Dolby Atmos audio.

Software

Xiaomi TV Box S
Runs Google TV
Google TV Streamer 4K
Runs Google TV (Android TV OS)

Memory

Xiaomi TV Box S
2 GB RAM in this version
Google TV Streamer 4K
4 GB RAM in this version

Storage

Xiaomi TV Box S
8 GB storage in this version
Google TV Streamer 4K
32 GB storage in this version

Weight

Xiaomi TV Box S
142 g
Google TV Streamer 4K
163 g

Connections

Xiaomi TV Box S
Bluetooth 5.2
Google TV Streamer 4K
Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi TV Box S

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.2.
  • Lighter: 142 g.
  • Lower price: KSh 10,000 (KSh 7,500 less).

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • More memory: 4 GB RAM.
  • More storage: 32 GB.
  • Dolby Atmos audio.
  • Wired Ethernet port.

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Xiaomi TV Box S

  • 2 GB RAM.
  • 8 GB storage.
  • Google TV.
  • Bluetooth 5.2.
  • 142 g.
  • Dolby Audio.
  • HDMI 2.1 ×1.
  • Bluetooth voice remote.
  • HEVC / H.265, AVC / H.264.

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • 4 GB RAM.
  • 32 GB storage.
  • Google TV.
  • Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1.
  • 163 g.
  • Dolby Atmos.
  • HDMI 2.1 Type A.
  • Google TV Streamer Voice Remote.
  • AV1, HEVC / H.265.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)Google TV Streamer 4K
BrandXiaomiGoogle

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)Google TV Streamer 4K
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.1
PortsHDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; audio output ×1; DC power input ×1HDMI 2.1 Type A; USB-C (power / data / Ethernet); built-in RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
Casting / Network FeaturesChromecast built-inGoogle Cast; Matter hub; Thread border router

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)Google TV Streamer 4K
Brand / ModelXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen, 2023)Google TV Streamer (4K, 2024)
Streamer TypeTV box / streaming media playerTV box / streaming media player
Operating SystemGoogle TVGoogle TV (Android TV OS)
Processor / GraphicsCPU: quad-core Cortex-A55; GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2—
Memory / StorageRAM: 2GB; Storage: 8GBRAM: 4GB; Storage: 32GB

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)Google TV Streamer 4K
Maximum Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesDolby Vision; HDR10+Dolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLG
Video Decoding / CodecsHEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4AV1; HEVC / H.265; VP9; AVC / H.264, up to 4K at 60 fps

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)Google TV Streamer 4K
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Audio; DTS-HDDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus

Smart Features & Controls

Smart Features & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)Google TV Streamer 4K
Streaming / Smart FeaturesGoogle Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTubePersonalized Google TV recommendations; Google Home smart-home control; remote finder
Remote / Voice ControlBluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared TV 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
SpecificationXiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)Google TV Streamer 4K
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxDevice: 95.25 × 95.25 × 16.7 mm; 142 g; Black. In the box: TV Box S (2nd Gen), remote, power adapter, HDMI cable and manualDevice: 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 run Google TV.
  • 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; Xiaomi TV Box S offers a lighter build at a lower price.

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