Software
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Runs Google TV
- Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
- Runs Android TV 9.0
Media streamer comparison
Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen vs Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)
KSh 10,000In Stock | 02  Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU)
KSh 7,680In 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 Xiaomi TV Box S if you want 4K streaming, more memory (2 GB RAM) and Bluetooth 5.2. Choose the Xiaomi Mi TV Stick if you want a lighter build (28.5 g) and a lower price (KSh 2,320 less).
Memory
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2 GB RAM in this version
- Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
- 1 GB RAM in this version
Weight
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 142 g
- Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
- 28.5 g
Connections
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Bluetooth 5.2
- Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2
Performance
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor
- Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A53 processor
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- 4K video output.
- More memory: 2 GB RAM.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.2.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
- Dolby Vision HDR.
Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
- Lighter: 28.5 g.
- Lower price: KSh 7,680 (KSh 2,320 less).
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A53 processor.
What matters most to you?
9 priorities selected.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Google TV.
- Bluetooth 5.2.
- 142 g.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
- 4K output with Dolby Vision.
- Dolby Audio.
- HDMI 2.1 ×1.
Xiaomi Mi TV Stick
- 1 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Android TV 9.0.
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2.
- 28.5 g.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A53 processor.
- 1080p output.
- Dolby.
- HDMI ×1.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Xiaomi |
Connectivity
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Ports | HDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; audio output ×1; DC power input ×1 | HDMI ×1; Micro-USB power ×1 |
| Casting / Network Features | Chromecast built-in | Chromecast built-in |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen, 2023) | Xiaomi Mi TV Stick (1080p, 1st Gen) |
| Streamer Type | TV box / streaming media player | HD streaming stick |
| Operating System | Google TV | Android TV 9.0 |
| Processor / Graphics | CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55; GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2 | CPU: quad-core Cortex-A53; GPU: ARM Mali-450 |
| Memory / Storage | RAM: 2GB; Storage: 8GB | RAM: 1GB; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps | 1920 × 1080, up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | Dolby Vision; HDR10+ | — |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4 | VP9-10; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VC-1; MPEG-1/2/4; Real 8/9/10 |
Audio
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Audio; DTS-HD | Dolby; DTS multichannel audio decoding |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Google Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube | Google Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube |
| Remote / Voice Control | Bluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared TV power and volume control | Bluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Mi TV Stick (1080p, EU) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the Box | 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 | Device: 92.4 × 30.2 × 15.2 mm; 28.5 g; Black. Power: Micro-USB. In the box: Mi TV Stick, remote, power adapter and manual |
Similarities
- Both offer 8 GB of storage.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Both use H.265 (video decoding / codecs).
- Same casting / network features: Chromecast built-in.
- Both are made by Xiaomi.
In summary
Choose TV Box S for more memory; Mi TV Stick offers a lighter build at a lower price.
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