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Experts prefer Amazon Fire TV Stick over Matricom G-Box Q²

On 9 Mar 2024 (19 days ago) we went through 73 Streaming Player expert endorsements .

Currently, Amazon Fire TV Stick received 2 endorsements from Reviewed (25 Jul 2023) and PCMag (6 Oct 2023). Meanwhile, Matricom G-Box Q² did not receive any endorsements this month.

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Digital Trends
WIRED
TechRadar
TechHive
Business Insider
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The Verge
PCMag
IGN
Tom's Guide
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Amazon Fire TV Stick
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, impressive picture and sound quality, easy setup, and convenient remote control features, making it a reliable option for seamless streaming and some casual gaming.
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 25 Jul 2023 Reviewed ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick as #6
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    #6 out of 7 Amazon Fire TV Stick
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  • On 6 Oct 2023 PCMag ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick as #1
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    #1 out of 9 Amazon Fire TV Stick
    Best for Alexa Users / Editors' Choice
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, Amazon Fire TV Stick is mentioned by key experts in Mar 2024, while Matricom G-Box Q² is not.
Rank Change Price Streaming Player
Digital Trends
WIRED
TechRadar
TechHive
Business Insider
Reviewed
The Verge
PCMag
IGN
Tom's Guide
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Apple TV 4K
The Apple TV 4K (2022) has received positive reviews for its content availability, picture and sound quality, setup, and gaming capabilities, making it a versatile streaming device suitable for users who want a comprehensive range of streaming services, impressive picture and sound quality, easy setup, and seamless integration with other Apple devices.
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Roku Streaming Stick 4K
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, high-quality picture and sound, easy setup, and the option for casual gaming experiences.
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Chromecast with Google TV 4K
The Chromecast with Google TV 4K is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content options, impressive picture and sound quality, and convenient features, making it a reliable and user-friendly choice for home entertainment.
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Roku Ultra 2022
The Roku Ultra 2022 is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content, excellent picture and sound quality, easy setup, and some gaming capabilities, making it suitable for various streaming preferences.
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [13]

87
Total expert reviews: 13
  • with a score: 8
  • without a score: 5
Highest score by Gadget Review
98
Average score based on 13 reviews
87
Lowest score by Engadget
79

Score distribution:

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No expert reviews linked yet for Matricom G-Box Q².
From Seller:
  • Cinematic experience - Watch in vibrant 4K Ultra HD with support for Dolby Vision, HDR, and HDR10+.
  • Home theater audio with Dolby Atmos - Feel scenes come to life with support for immersive Dolby Atmos audio on select titles with compatible home audio systems.
  • Read more
From Seller:
  • Brand new G-Box Q featuring a faster processor, new heads-up user interface, the latest Android OS and now fully supports Amazon Prime video! Enjoy all of your Prime movies, TV shows and more on your G-Box Q!
  • Read more
From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0841667144719, 0841667178875, 0841667184661
Model Numbers: 53-007497, 53-008355, 53-008359, E9L29Y
UPC Numbers: 841667144719, 841667178875, 841667184661
No manufacturer information linked for Matricom G-Box Q².
Video Quality
Video Quality & Speed The quality of picture you’ll receive from a media streamer can be assessed by two measurements: highest video resolution and the frame rate (in frames per second, or fps). You’ve likely seen video re ... Show more
60fps
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4K Capable 4K or Ultra-HD is the latest (and highest) screen resolution for TV sets. If you have a 4K TV, you must have a 4K capable TV box or stick in order to stream at the maximum resolution. For reference, 4 ... Show more
No
Yes
Total RAM Random Access Memory, or RAM, determines how much information a device can process simultaneously. You may have heard it in reference to computers or phones. But media streamers have RAM, too, and usu ... Show more
1 GB
2 GB
Storage Space Measured in GB or TB, storage capacity on a media streamer limits the number of apps, movies, shows and games you can download on your device. More storage comes at a premium price, but may be worth i ... Show more
8 GB
16 GB
Web Content
Total Apps/Channels
140
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Major Apps Available Does the device have some of the most popular apps/channels?
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • YouTube
  • Amazon Prime or Instant Video
Netflix, Hulu, HBO NOW, YouTube, Amazon Video, NBC, WatchESPN, Disney
  • Netflix
  • YouTube
Downloadable Content Some media devices offer the opportunity to download content (rather than stream it) for a quicker experience uninterrupted by buffering. An example of this is Apple TV, which allows users to download ... Show more
Yes
No
Web Browser Some media streamers will come with a web browser that allows you to search the internet on your TV, in addition to the myriad of apps available for download. While an interesting feature, the experie ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Live TV
Live Broadcasts A TV box or stick that connect to broadcast is key for those who want to watch live TV. Oftentimes, you can pay for a subscription to a TV network’s app (HBO, Starz, CBS, etc.), but this can add up fi ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Record/Catch-Up TV If the TV box can connect to broadcast TV, you may be able to record live programs and replay past programs within a certain time period. This means no more missing your favorite shows! Set the box to ... Show more
Yes
No
Pause/Rewind Live TV While watching live TV, you may want to pause the program or rewind a part you missed. Some media streamers are limited in how far you can rewind, such as 30 minutes. Also, if you pause the program fo ... Show more
Yes
No
Controls
Remote Capabilities If the TV box or stick comes with a remote, it may also double as a microphone or contain a headphone jack for private listening. Microphones are useful in remotes because they allow you to use your v ... Show more
  • Microphone
  • Bluetooth Connection
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Voice Control A microphone—whether in the remote or on the box/stick—allows the user to control the TV using their voice. You can search for programs, change channels and apps, turn volume up or down, turn power on ... Show more
Yes
No
Smartphone/Tablet Control Some media streamers allow you to control your TV with your smartphone or tablet by downloading an app on your device. The Google Chromcast is one example of a media streamer that does not use a remot ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Gaming Controller Options If you plan to use your media streamer for gaming, you’ll need a controller. Some TV boxes and sticks use the remote as a controller, which is sufficient for basic games and kids play. You may also re ... Show more
Remote
None
Connections
Network Connection Type The different network connections available for media streamers includes Ethernet, wireless/Wi-FI, Bluetooth, satellite, aerial/cable, and AirPlay. Most all media streamers will have Wi-Fi. If you hav ... Show more
  • Wired/Ethernet
  • Bluetooth
  • Wireless/Wi-Fi
  • Wired/Ethernet
  • Bluetooth
  • Wireless/Wi-Fi
Device Connection Type The different outputs or device connections include HDMI, digital optical audio output, USB, SD or microSD. TV sticks will connect to your TV through HDMI, but won’t contain any outputs (except for po ... Show more
  • HDMI
  • USB
  • HDMI
  • USB
  • microSD
Physical Features
Weight

9.5 oz
 

1.1 lbs
 
Dimensions
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Other Info
Device Type Media streamers come in two types: TV sticks or TV boxes. Generally speaking, there are a few main differences between the two. The most obvious one is size. TV sticks are much more unobtrusive becaus ... Show more
TV Stick
TV Box
Other Features
  • Includes Alexa Voice Remote
  • Free cloud storage for all Amazon content
  • Four times as much power as the MX2
  • Powerful Mali-450 Octo Core 3D GPU Graphics Processor
Accessories Included
  • Alexa Voice Remote
  • USB cable
  • Power adapter
  • 2 AAA batteries
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