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Xiaomi TV Stick 4K vs Xiaomi TV Box S 3rd Gen 2025

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Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)

  • Runs Android TV 11.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 8 GB storage in this version.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • 42.8 g.
KSh 8,430In Stock
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Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025

Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025

  • Runs Google TV.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • 91.2 g.
KSh 11,840In 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 Stick HD 2nd GenKSh 7,000

Our quick verdict

Choose the Xiaomi TV Stick 4K if you want a lighter build (42.8 g) and a lower price (KSh 3,410 less). Choose the Xiaomi TV Box S 2025 if you want more storage (32 GB).

Software

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K
Runs Android TV 11
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
Runs Google TV

Storage

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K
8 GB storage in this version
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
32 GB storage in this version

Weight

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K
42.8 g
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
91.2 g

Connections

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K
Bluetooth 5.2
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2

Performance

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K
CPU: quad-core Cortex-A35 processor
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz processor

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K

  • Lighter: 42.8 g.
  • Lower price: KSh 8,430 (KSh 3,410 less).
  • CPU: quad-core Cortex-A35 processor.
  • Streamer type: 4K streaming stick.

Xiaomi TV Box S 2025

  • More storage: 32 GB.
  • CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz processor.
  • Streamer type: TV box / streaming media player.

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12 priorities selected.

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K

  • 2 GB RAM.
  • 8 GB storage.
  • Android TV 11.
  • Bluetooth 5.2.
  • 42.8 g.
  • CPU: quad-core Cortex-A35 processor.
  • HDMI ×1.
  • 4K Ultra HD.
  • Dolby Vision.
  • CPU: quad-core Cortex-A35, GPU: Mali-G31 MP2.
  • Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD.
  • 4K streaming stick.

Xiaomi TV Box S 2025

  • 2 GB RAM.
  • 32 GB storage.
  • Google TV.
  • Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2.
  • 91.2 g.
  • CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz processor.
  • HDMI 2.1 ×1.
  • 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps.
  • Dolby Vision, HDR10+.
  • CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz.
  • Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio.
  • TV box / streaming media player.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
BrandXiaomiXiaomi

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2
PortsHDMI ×1; Micro-USB power ×1HDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; DC power input ×1
Casting / Network FeaturesChromecast built-inGoogle Cast

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Brand / ModelXiaomi TV Stick 4K (1st Gen, 2022)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen, 2025)
Streamer Type4K streaming stickTV box / streaming media player
Operating SystemAndroid TV 11Google TV
Processor / GraphicsCPU: quad-core Cortex-A35; GPU: Mali-G31 MP2CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz; GPU: ARM G310 V2
Memory / StorageRAM: 2GB; Storage: 8GBRAM: 2GB; Storage: 32GB

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Maximum Resolution4K Ultra HD3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesDolby VisionDolby Vision; HDR10+
Video Decoding / CodecsAV1; VP9; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; MPEG-1/2HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Atmos; DTS-HDDolby Atmos; Dolby Audio; DTS:X

Smart Features & Controls

Smart Features & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Streaming / Smart FeaturesGoogle Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTubeGoogle Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube
Remote / Voice ControlBluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared TV / soundbar power and volume controlBluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared control

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationXiaomi TV Stick 4K (2022, EU)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxDevice: 106.8 × 29.4 × 15.4 mm; 42.8 g; Black. Power: Micro-USB. In the box: TV Stick 4K, remote, power adapter, HDMI extender and manualDevice: 97 × 97 × 17 mm; 91.2 g; Black. Power: external DC adapter. In the box: TV Box S (3rd Gen), remote, power adapter, HDMI cable and manual

Similarities

  • Both stream in 4K.
  • Both have 2 GB RAM.
  • Both support Dolby Vision.
  • Both support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both use Bluetooth 5.2.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose TV Box S 2025 for more storage; TV Stick 4K offers a lighter build at a lower price.

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