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Xiaomi TV Box S 4K 3ª Gen vs TV Stick 4K 2ª Gen – Qual é Melhor Comprar? Comparativo Lado a Lado!

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Product Review

What the video compares

  • Xiaomi TV Box S 4K (3rd Gen) vs Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) (side-by-side comparison to decide which is better value and which to buy)

Key specs & shared features (both devices)

Both are presented as having essentially the same core hardware and performance:

  • Amlogic quad-core 2.5GHz processor
  • Mali G310 V2 GPU
  • 2 GB DDR4 RAM
  • Google TV (Android 14)
  • Built-in Chromecast
  • Netflix up to 4K
  • Up to 4K 60 Hz output
  • Dolby Vision + HDR10+
  • Dolby Atmos audio codec
  • Wi‑Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2
  • Same remote: Bluetooth, voice control, “works very well”
  • Both support installing “alternative apps” (e.g., via Downloader; for the TV Box also via USB)

Main differences highlighted

1) Storage (the biggest deciding factor)

  • TV Stick (2nd Gen): 8 GB total, but only ~2.5 GB free
  • TV Box (3rd Gen): 32 GB total, ~24 GB free

Practical impact:

  • Stick: can install roughly ~15–16+ streaming apps
  • Box: supports more apps overall thanks to much more free space

Video bias/stance: storage headroom matters a lot for everyday app installs and extra use.

2) Physical design & durability

  • TV Box: described as more robust and longer-lasting
  • TV Stick: described as more fragile, more compact; therefore heats up a bit more

Heat comparison:

  • Box heats up less
  • Stick heats up more due to compact form factor

Longevity implication (as stated): typical longevity favors the Box over the Stick.

3) Ports / expansion

  • TV Box includes:
    • HDMI input
    • USB port (useful for installing content/apps via USB)
  • TV Stick includes:
    • Micro USB power only (plus an HDMI extender in the box)
    • No USB port, limiting expansion options

Performance & user experience

  • Both have a “very fluid” launcher and work well for navigation.
  • Wi‑Fi/internet performance tested by the reviewer:
    • Average throughput: ~220–228 MB
    • Reviewer’s baseline internet speed: ~300 MB
    • Conclusion: sufficient for 4K streaming; actual speeds depend on the router

App / use-case comparisons mentioned

  • Streaming apps (movies/series, standard use):
    • “Either one will do the job.”
    • Both support major streaming and alternative app installation methods.
  • Cloud gaming / alternative services:
    • Examples mentioned: Boosteroid and Better XCloud
    • Both should work for these.
  • Emulators:
    • TV Box is strongly preferred because:
      • More storage space
      • Easier installation (USB port noted as a benefit)
    • Reviewer guidance: if you want emulators, get the TV Box

Pros & cons explicitly stated

Xiaomi TV Box S 4K (3rd Gen) — Pros

  • Much more usable storage (~24 GB free)
  • USB port allows easier expansion/installation (including USB)
  • More durable/robust and likely lasts longer
  • Heats up less
  • Best for emulators (more space + easier install)

Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) — Pros

  • Very compact
  • Still fast/fluid and works very well
  • HDMI extender included
  • Slightly higher heat framed as a tradeoff, not a failure

TV Stick — Cons

  • Much less free storage (~2.5 GB free)
  • More fragile
  • Heats up more
  • No USB port, limiting installation options (especially for emulators)

Verdict / overall recommendation (as stated by the reviewer)

  • Both are excellent for streaming up to 4K 60 Hz, but the final recommendation is:
    • Buy the Xiaomi TV Box S 4K (3rd Gen) for better durability and vastly superior storage
  • The reviewer notes it costs a bit more, but argues it’s better value overall.
  • If you want compact streaming only and don’t plan to install many apps/emulators, the Stick can still be a good choice—but storage limitations are the key drawback.

Unique points by speaker

  • Single-speaker review (no distinct multiple-speaker viewpoints were presented in the subtitles).

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