Consumer Score
In comparison:
9.1
Great
Consumer Score
In comparison:
9.7
Amazing
Experts prefer Roku Express over Nvidia Shield TV Pro
On 3 Apr 2024 (17 days ago) we went through 73 Streaming Player expert endorsements .
Currently, Roku Express received 2 endorsements from Reviewed (25 Jul 2023) and TechRadar (7 Oct 2022). Meanwhile, Nvidia Shield TV Pro did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Streaming Player | Tom's Guide  | IGN  | PCMag  | The Verge  | Reviewed  | Business Insider  | TechHive  | TechRadar  | WIRED  | Digital Trends  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | - | $26 |  Roku Express The Roku Express is a versatile streaming device that offers a wide range of content availability, good picture and sound quality, and a user-friendly interface, making it suitable for casual streaming users. | - | - | - | - | 7 | - | - | 5 | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | $200 |  Nvidia Shield TV Pro The Nvidia Shield TV Pro is a highly recommended media streaming device that offers a comprehensive range of streaming services, exceptional picture and sound quality, user-friendly setup, and impressive gaming capabilities. | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 25 Jul 2023 Reviewed ranked Roku Express as #7
Rank Streaming Player ... ... #7 out of 7 Roku Express Source: www.reviewed.com - On 7 Oct 2022 TechRadar ranked Roku Express as #5
Rank Streaming Player Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 9 Roku Express The best streaming stick for good value HD content... ... ... Source: www.techradar.com
Where to buy?
Nvidia Shield TV Pro 
Roku Express Customers like Roku Express noticeably more
At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.
Nvidia Shield TV Pro
Roku Express
Roku Express
Consumer score (CS) is a normalized computed representation of customers' sentiment towards a product.
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.
Roku Express, the cheaper option, tends to get more favorable reviews than Nvidia Shield TV Pro.
As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling streaming player receives a consumer score of 8.5 (great). Both Nvidia Shield TV Pro and Roku Express receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.
| Nvidia Shield TV Pro |
In comparison:
9.1 Great
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| Roku Express |
In comparison:
9.7 Amazing
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| Median best-selling Streaming Player |
Roku Express is more popular than Nvidia Shield TV Pro
It's fairly safe to say that Roku Express is a more popular streaming player than Nvidia Shield TV Pro, based on its 100,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.
To consider
Customers who view Nvidia Shield TV Pro and Roku Express often consider Apple TV 4K, a pricier option with better reviews.
| Table: Top compared alternatives for Nvidia Shield TV Pro and Roku Express | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Apple TV 4K | $200 |
In comparison:
10.0 Amazing
| 10 expert recommendations | Better Reviews |
 | Chromecast with Google TV HD | $20 |
In comparison:
Chromecast with Google TV HD ranks #14 out of 42. Very high levels of customer satisfaction. Go to rankings 9.3 Amazing
| 4 expert recommendations | Cheaper |
 | Roku Express 4K Plus | $29 |
In comparison:
9.7 Amazing
| 3 expert recommendations | |
 | Roku Premiere | $28 |
In comparison:
9.6 Amazing
| No expert recommendations | |
As can be seen below, Roku Express is mentioned by key experts in Apr 2024, while Nvidia Shield TV Pro is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Streaming Player | Tom's Guide | IGN | PCMag | The Verge | Reviewed | Business Insider | TechHive | TechRadar | WIRED | Digital Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $200 |  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. | 4 | 5 | 9 | 1 |
4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 2 | - | $46 |  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. | 1 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 3 | - | 1 | 9 | - | - |
| 3 | - | $50 |  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. | 3 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 4 | - | - | 2 | - |
| 4 | - | $92 |  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. | - | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | 5 | - |
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Expert reviews [15]
Total expert reviews: 15
- with a score: 8
- without a score: 7
| Highest score by T3 | 100 |
| Average score based on 15 reviews | 90 |
| Lowest score by Expert Reviews | 80 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [23]
Total expert reviews: 23
- with a score: 14
- without a score: 9
| Highest score by techadvisor | 90 |
| Average score based on 23 reviews | 73 |
| Lowest score by CNET | 40 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- The Best of the Best. The world’s most powerful Android TV streaming media player upgraded to Android TV version 11. Enhance HD video in real-time to 4K for clearer, crisper visuals using next-generation AI upscaling. 2x USB 3.0 ports for storage expansion, USB cameras, keyboards, controllers, and more. Plex Media Server built-in, 3 GB RAM, and 16 GB storage.Connectivity Technology : Bluetooth 5.0
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From Seller:
- Watch what you love: Start streaming with a massive selection of free, live, and premium TV, including Roku Originals and 275 plus live TV channels for free on The Roku Channel
- Quick and easy setup: It’s easy to get started with everything you need included in the box, including a High Speed HDMI Cable—just plug it into your TV and connect to the internet
- Read more
Official Urls:
EAN Numbers: 0692752311147, 0812674020457, 0812674020464, 0812674021164, 0812674021454, 0812674021867, 0812674021874, 0812674023038, 0812674023045
UPC Numbers: 692752311147, 812674020457, 812674020464, 812674021164, 812674021454, 812674021867, 812674021874, 812674023038, 812674023045
Model Numbers: 945-12897-2500-100, 945-12897-2500-101, 945-12897-2505-100, 945-12897-2505-101, L380287
Official Urls:
https://www.roku.com/en-ca/products/roku-express EAN Numbers: 0043396313613, 0082652982149, 0829610001791, 0829610003252, 0829610003887
UPC Numbers: 043396313613, 082652982149, 829610003252, 829610003887
Model Numbers: 3930R, 829610001791
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
60 fps
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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
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
3 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
16 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
- Google Play
- YouTube
- Amazon Prime or Instant Video
NVIDIA Games, Google Play Movies & TV, Google Play Music, VUDU, PLEX, Photos and Videos
- Netflix
- Hulu
- Amazon Prime or Instant Video
Amazon Video, Crackle, HBO NOW, Hulu, Netflix, PBS KIDS, Showtime Anytime, SlingPlayer
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
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
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
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
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
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
- App Specific Buttons (Netflix, YouTube, etc.)
- Bluetooth Connection
App Specific Buttons (Netflix, YouTube, etc.)
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
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
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
Gaming Pad Included
Remote
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
- 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
Physical Features
Weight
8.8 oz
13 oz
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 Box
TV Box
Other Features
- Package include Shield Controller and Remote
- 40 W power adapter
- Midnight Mode
- Smartphone remote controlled
- Voice search
- Internet radio playback
- Internet video playback
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Nvidia Shield TV Pro is a popular and one of the most expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling streaming players and has many popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Apple TV 4K or Beelink GT King .
Nvidia Shield TV Pro was released in 2017. There are a few newer streaming players on the market. Show newer Streaming Players
Nvidia Shield TV Pro is $125 more expensive than an average streaming player ($74.99).
Roku Express is a very popular option at the bottom of the price range. It has quite a few popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Roku Premiere or Roku 2 .
Roku Express was released in 2007. There are dozens of newer streaming players on the market. Show newer Streaming Players
Roku Express is $48.49 cheaper than the average streaming player ($74.99).
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