Software
- Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
- Runs Google TV (Android 14)
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Runs Vega OS 2.0
Media streamer comparison
Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K 2026
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
KSh 7,000Out of Stock | 02  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026)
KSh 10,500Out of Stock |
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2 spaces availableAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K SelectKSh 10,500
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen)KSh 8,590
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K MaxKSh 8,500
Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HDKSh 9,000
Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen if you want a lower price (KSh 3,500 less). Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K if you want 4K streaming, Wi-Fi 6 and Dolby Atmos audio.
Connections
- Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
Performance
- Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- MediaTek MT8698E processor
Video & HDR
- Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
- 1080p output
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- 4K output
Audio
- Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
- Dolby Audio
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- HDMI passthrough: Dolby Atmos
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
- Lower price: KSh 7,000 (KSh 3,500 less).
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- 4K video output.
- Newer Wi-Fi 6.
- Dolby Atmos audio.
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3.
- Wired Ethernet port.
What matters most to you?
12 priorities selected.
Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen
- 1 GB RAM.
- 8 GB storage.
- Google TV.
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
- 1080p output with HDR10.
- Dolby Audio.
- HDMI 2.1 with CEC ×1.
- Bluetooth voice remote.
- 1920 × 1080, up to 60 Hz.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55, GPU: Mali-G31 MP2.
- HD streaming stick.
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.
- 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps.
- SoC: MediaTek MT8698E.
- 4K streaming stick.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Amazon |
Connectivity
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.3 + BLE |
| Ports | HDMI 2.1 with CEC ×1; Micro-USB power ×1 | HDMI 2.1; USB-C 2.0; optional Ethernet adapter |
| Casting / Network Features | Google Cast | Miracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Xiaomi TV Stick HD (2nd Gen, 2026) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (3rd Gen, 2026); AFTCR001 |
| Streamer Type | HD streaming stick | 4K streaming stick |
| Operating System | Google TV (Android 14) | Vega OS 2.0 |
| Processor / Graphics | CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55; GPU: 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: 1GB DDR4; Storage: 8GB | RAM: 1GB LPDDR4-3733; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 1920 × 1080, up to 60 Hz | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | HDR10; HLG; HDR10+ | HDR10; HDR10+; HLG |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | AV1; VP9; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; MPEG-1/2/4; VC-1; Real 8/9/10 | AV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; H.263; MPEG-2/4 |
Audio
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Audio; DTS:X; DTS-HD | HDMI passthrough: Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus; DTS; DTS-HD; MPEG-H |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Stick HD 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 control | Redesigned Fire TV Remote; Alexa voice control |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the Box | Device: 107.4 × 30 × 14 mm; 44 g; Black. Power: 5V / 1A USB supply or compatible TV USB port. In the box: HD stick, remote, HDMI extension, USB power cable and manual; USB power adapter sold separately | 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 have 1 GB RAM.
- 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 Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K for newer Wi-Fi; Xiaomi TV Stick HD 2nd is the cheaper choice if you do not need newer Wi-Fi.
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