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Media streamer comparison

Google TV Streamer 4K vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select

Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.

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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 Select

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select

  • Runs Vega OS 1.1.
  • 1 GB RAM in this version.
  • 8 GB storage in this version.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • 42 g.
KSh 10,500Out of 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 Google TV Streamer 4K if you want more memory (4 GB RAM), more storage (32 GB) and Dolby Vision HDR. Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select if you want a lighter build (42 g) and a lower price (KSh 7,000 less).

Software

Google TV Streamer 4K
Runs Google TV (Android TV OS)
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Runs Vega OS 1.1

Memory

Google TV Streamer 4K
4 GB RAM in this version
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
1 GB RAM in this version

Storage

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

Connections

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

Weight

Google TV Streamer 4K
163 g
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
42 g

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • More memory: 4 GB RAM.
  • More storage: 32 GB.
  • Dolby Vision HDR.
  • Streamer type: TV box / streaming media player.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select

  • Lighter: 42 g.
  • Lower price: KSh 10,500 (KSh 7,000 less).
  • Streamer type: 4K streaming stick.

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Google TV Streamer 4K

  • 4 GB RAM.
  • 32 GB storage.
  • Google TV.
  • Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1.
  • 163 g.
  • 4K output with Dolby Vision.
  • HDMI 2.1 Type A.
  • Google TV Streamer Voice Remote.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select

  • 1 GB RAM.
  • 8 GB storage.
  • Vega OS 1.1.
  • Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0.
  • 42 g.
  • 4K output with HDR10.
  • HDMI 2.1 output.
  • Alexa Voice Remote.

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle TV Streamer 4KAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
BrandGoogleAmazon

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle TV Streamer 4KAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.1Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 + BLE
PortsHDMI 2.1 Type A; USB-C (power / data / Ethernet); built-in RJ45 Gigabit EthernetHDMI 2.1 output; Micro-USB power; optional Ethernet adapter
Casting / Network FeaturesGoogle Cast; Matter hub; Thread border routerMiracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle TV Streamer 4KAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Brand / ModelGoogle TV Streamer (4K, 2024)Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select (2025); AFTCA002
Streamer TypeTV box / streaming media player4K streaming stick
Operating SystemGoogle TV (Android TV OS)Vega OS 1.1
Memory / StorageRAM: 4GB; Storage: 32GBRAM: 1GB LPDDR4; Storage: 8GB
Processor / Graphics—SoC: MediaTek MT8698 MCM; CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55, up to 1.7GHz; GPU: ARM G310 V2, up to 500MHz

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle TV Streamer 4KAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Maximum Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesDolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLGHDR10; HDR10+; HLG
Video Decoding / CodecsAV1; HEVC / H.265; VP9; AVC / H.264, up to 4K at 60 fpsAV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-2/4

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle TV Streamer 4KAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital PlusDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus

Smart Features & Controls

Smart Features & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle TV Streamer 4KAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Streaming / Smart FeaturesPersonalized Google TV recommendations; Google Home smart-home control; remote finderAlexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+
Remote / Voice ControlGoogle TV Streamer Voice Remote; integrated microphone; Bluetooth and IR; TV / soundbar control; customizable button; 2 AAA batteriesAlexa Voice Remote; Bluetooth; microphone; IR TV / soundbar power and volume control

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle TV Streamer 4KAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxDevice: 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 separatelyDevice: 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 Wi-Fi 5.
  • Both support Dolby Atmos.
  • 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; Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K offers a lighter build at a lower price.

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