Experts recommend Amazon Fire TV Stick more than Onn 4K Google TV 2023
As of 16 Jan 2025, experts prefer Amazon Fire TV Stick over Onn 4K Google TV 2023, but both Streaming Players have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Amazon Fire TV Stick received 2 recommendations: from Reviewed (25 Jul 2023) and PCMag (26 Nov 2024). Onn 4K Google TV 2023 was also endorsed 2 times: by Tom's Guide (5 Dec 2024) and WIRED (7 Oct 2024). However, experts generally ranked Onn 4K Google TV 2023 lower than Amazon Fire TV Stick in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Streaming Player | CNET  | Digital Trends  | Business Insider  | Reviewed  | The Verge  | PCMag  | IGN  | Tom's Guide  | TechRadar  | WIRED  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | - | Check price |  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. | - | - | - | 6 | - | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 15 | - | $27 |  Onn 4K Google TV 2023 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | - | 6 |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 25 Jul 2023 Reviewed ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick as #6
Rank Streaming Player ... ... #6 out of 7 Amazon Fire TV Stick ... ... Source: www.reviewed.com - On 26 Nov 2024 PCMag ranked Amazon Fire TV Stick as #1
Rank Streaming Player Comment #1 out of 7 Amazon Fire TV Stick Best for Alexa Users / Editors' Choice... ... ... Source: www.pcmag.com - On 5 Dec 2024 Tom's Guide ranked Onn 4K Google TV 2023 as #7
Rank Streaming Player Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 13 Onn 4K Google TV 2023 The best cheap streaming device... ... ... Source: www.tomsguide.com - On 7 Oct 2024 WIRED ranked Onn 4K Google TV 2023 as #6
Rank Streaming Player Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 9 Onn 4K Google TV 2023 The Cheapest... ... ... Source: www.wired.com
After counting and adding up the 76 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Amazon Fire TV Stick outranks Onn 4K Google TV 2023. This is not to say that Onn 4K Google TV 2023 is a bad option. Like Amazon Fire TV Stick, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Amazon Fire TV Stick outranks Onn 4K Google TV 2023 by 5 positions. This indicates that, as of 16 Jan 2025, Amazon Fire TV Stick is more critically acclaimed than Onn 4K Google TV 2023.
| Rank | Change | Price | Streaming Player | CNET | Digital Trends | Business Insider | Reviewed | The Verge | PCMag | IGN | Tom's Guide | TechRadar | WIRED
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $247 |  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. | 5 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| 2 | - | $38 |
 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. | 2 | 2 | - | 3 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 1 |
| 3 | - | $73 |  Roku Ultra 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. | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | 4 | 1 | - | - | 4 |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content options, 4K resolution, HDR and Dolby Vision support, fast navigation, and gaming capabilities, making it a recommended choice for users seeking a user-friendly and high-quality streaming experience. | 4 | 4 | 4 | - | 4 | - | 2 | 6 | 8 | 5 |
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Expert reviews [13]
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:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [7]
Total expert reviews: 7
- with a score: 4
- without a score: 3
| Highest score by 9to5google.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 7 reviews | 85 |
| Lowest score by TechHive | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
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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
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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
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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
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Web Content
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Physical Features
Weight
9.5 oz
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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
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Other Features
- Includes Alexa Voice Remote
- Free cloud storage for all Amazon content
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Accessories Included
- Alexa Voice Remote
- USB cable
- Power adapter
- 2 AAA batteries
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