Software
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Runs Google TV
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Runs Vega OS 2.0
Media streamer comparison
Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K 2026
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)
KSh 10,000In Stock | 02  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026)
KSh 10,500Out of Stock |
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2 spaces availableXiaomi 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
Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd GenKSh 7,000
Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi TV Box S if you want more memory (2 GB RAM), Dolby Vision HDR and a lower price (KSh 500 less). Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K if you want Dolby Atmos audio.
Memory
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2 GB RAM
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- 1 GB RAM
Connections
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Bluetooth 5.2
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
Performance
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- MediaTek MT8698E processor
Video & HDR
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 4K output with Dolby Vision
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- 4K output
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- More memory: 2 GB RAM.
- Dolby Vision HDR.
- Lower price: KSh 10,000 (KSh 500 less).
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Dolby Atmos audio.
- Wired Ethernet port.
What matters most to you?
9 priorities selected.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Google TV.
- Bluetooth 5.2.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
- 4K output with Dolby Vision.
- Dolby Audio.
- HDMI 2.1 ×1.
- Bluetooth voice remote.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- 1 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Vega OS 2.0.
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3.
- MediaTek MT8698E processor.
- 4K output with HDR10.
- HDMI passthrough: Dolby Atmos.
- HDMI 2.1.
- Redesigned Fire TV Remote.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Amazon |
Connectivity
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.3 + BLE |
| Ports | HDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; audio output ×1; DC power input ×1 | HDMI 2.1; USB-C 2.0; optional Ethernet adapter |
| Casting / Network Features | Chromecast built-in | Miracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen, 2023) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (3rd Gen, 2026); AFTCR001 |
| Streamer Type | TV box / streaming media player | 4K streaming stick |
| Operating System | Google TV | Vega OS 2.0 |
| Processor / Graphics | CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55; GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2 | SoC: MediaTek MT8698E; CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55, up to 1.7GHz; GPU: ARM G310 V2, up to 500MHz |
| Memory / Storage | RAM: 2GB; Storage: 8GB | RAM: 1GB LPDDR4-3733; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | Dolby Vision; HDR10+ | HDR10; HDR10+; HLG |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4 | AV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; H.263; MPEG-2/4 |
Audio
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Audio; DTS-HD | HDMI passthrough: Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus; DTS; DTS-HD; MPEG-H |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Google Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube | Alexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+ |
| Remote / Voice Control | Bluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared TV power and volume control | Redesigned Fire TV Remote; Alexa voice control |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Power: USB-C with Direct Power from a compatible TV USB port. Included: Fire TV Stick 4K (3rd Gen) and Fire TV Remote |
Similarities
- Both stream in 4K.
- Both offer 8 GB of storage.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Both use Cortex-A55 (processor / graphics).
- Both use HDR10 (HDR / video features).
In summary
Choose Xiaomi TV Box S for more memory.
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