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NVIDIA Shield Android TV 4K HDR Streaming Media Player High Performance Dolby Vision Google Assistant Built in Works with Alexa 945 13430 2500 000
Last Updated: April 8, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
99
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
7
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4K
RESOLUTION
Yes
WIFI
Micro SD
SD CARD TYPE
Yes
BLUETOOTH
Review Analysis - 92 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Software Platform
35apps, nvidia, app, android tv, youtube
+69%
-31%
" ... I get Atmos encoded sound via the Netflix and Amazon apps without any issue. ... "
" ... I have experimented with cheaper Android TVs. ... "
" ... It is by far the best android tv box out there ... "
" ... I really like voice search on YouTube in both English and other languaches. ... "
" ... For a long time, I have used an Amazon Fire TV to stream Netflix, Amazon Prime and Hulu, among other things. ... "
" ... They never update even ones that say Ota. ... Adding certain apps is not as easy as a android box, but I found a work around for that and use send files app. ... "
" ... Best streaming device I've ever bought! ... "
" ... So I finally bought the 2019 Nvidia Shield Android TV. ... "
Remote
17tv, control, netflix button, remote is great, wrong
+82%
-18%
" ... Remote is easy to use and voice control works, I just don't like it wanting access to contacts etc. ... "
" ... The new remote is nice improvement but I'd prefer it to still be rechargeable. ... "
" ... They finally fixed the remote control . ... "
" ... It works all of the devices including the TV, surround sound, and the nvidia with one remote. ... "
" ... The remote is great. ... "
" ... It would be perfect if the ir control would work on my tv ... "
" ... I also like that it hides better and the remote is great. ... "
" ... Remote is easier to handle has backlight. ... "
Apps
13app, youtube, netflix, streaming, plex
+54%
-46%
" ... Adding certain apps is not as easy as a android box, but I found a work around for that and use send files app. ... "
" ... Much better organized than firestick and allows downloadable apps. ... "
" ... Cut the cord and it is great for youtube tv and all other streaming apps. ... "
" ... The quality of the build, frequency of updates, app support, etc is fantastic. ... "
" ... I really like voice search on YouTube in both English and other languaches. ... "
" ... I love the AI Enhancement I used it all the time with YouTube and some movie I stream from my old Shield using Plex. ... "
" ... I get Atmos encoded sound via the Netflix and Amazon apps without any issue. ... "
Resolution
13apple tv 4k, tv, fire, youtube, plex
+69%
-31%
" ... I have been using an Amazon 4K Fire TV Stick for several years and although it has a great picture, is easy to side-load apps and has minimal buffering I was looking for something better. ... "
" ... I had an Apple TV and Apple TV 4k and although I enjoyed the products I didn't like how limited they were with what I could install on them. ... Initially I thought I was making things up but the picture quality was better than my Apple TV 4k, the blacks were blacker and things were sharper. ... I thought it could've been my Samsung TV when we were watching streaming services with dark scenes and seeing blocky blacks but after watching the same items with the Nvidia Shield TV, it was just a much better produced image from the Shield TV versus the Apple TV 4k. ... I enjoyed the Apple TV 4k so dont take it as a knock but I was very skeptical of moving and I'm really glad I did. ... "
" ... We were skeptical to order as it was significantly more than the firestick we had even the 4K but it was a breeze to set up and menu is fully customizable. ... "
" ... Kicking myself for not buying the Shield Tv Pro. ... "
" ... I tried XBOX one, Apple TV 4K,PS4 and several PCs as the plex client. ... No buffering, no transcoding and is able to stream 4k hdr content on wifi. ... "
" ... I recently upgraded to a 4K TV with HDR and found limited HDR content that worked. ... I had hoped this would get more HDR content working, such as on Youtube. ... As it turns out, this does not support decoding the HDR streams on Youtube. ... "
" ... I bought the Shield TV to replaced a 2nd generation Amazon Fire TV box. ... I have a Sony 4k (non HDR) TV, Denon receiver, 4k Blu-ray player, and cable box. ... "
" ... I just bought a LGTV 4K OLED 65" screen and wanted the best streaming stick to get the most out of the capabilities. ... "
Device Compatibility
12tv, devices, years, watch, receiver
+75%
-25%
" ... This is a nice little device. ... "
" ... I've owned several Android TV devices over the years. ... "
" ... It a great addition to your TV. ... "
" ... This makes me concerned about longevity a little, but overall this is a really nice internet TV device, if not a little on the spendy side. ... "
" ... Aside from that, I feel like I have a lot of answers to my questions in this Nvidia device. ... "
" ... He's very savvy with technology and is always looking for the better newer device. ... "
" ... All audio is setup to be passthrough to receiver (supports Atmos, AC3, etc . ... "
Gaming
9gaming, play, steam, geforce, gamer
+89%
-11%
" ... I'm not a gamer so I didn't need the Pro version. ... "
" ... Supports high quality audio and video streams, can handle gaming, etc. ... "
" ... Dont use it for games but love the upscaling. ... "
" ... It's powerful, does everything I want and as a bonus, the video gaming! ... "
" ... one of the best players in the market and it could also play geforce now games! ... "
" ... Save your $ and just pair any Bluetooth controller for games but they still have work to do on streaming games. ... "
" ... Loved the results my gaming son-in-law got with Nvidia Pro. ... Totally recommend this device, even for a non-gamer like me. ... "
" ... Great quality and the ability to play PC games is awesome! ... "
Ease of Use
8easy, hook, works, well, sd
+88%
-13%
" ... Easy to use! ... "
" ... It was ready to hook up and easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to set up although changing sd cards is a bit of a hassle. ... "
" ... The install was easy. ... "
Picture Quality
8quality, sound, nvidia, yes, tv
+100%
" ... Initially I thought I was making things up but the picture quality was better than my Apple TV 4k, the blacks were blacker and things were sharper. ... "
" ... I bought this specifically to get the best picture/sound on my system. ... "
" ... I'm not criticizing Amazon Fire TV, I just like the picture, sound and general performance of this Nvidia. ... "
" ... It upgrades the quality of the picture. ... "
" ... Picture looks pretty good all around. ... "
" ... Yes, the picture is gorgeous, yes the upscaling really does work and isn't a gimmick. ... "
Overall performance
8speed, quality, performance, nvidia
+100%
" ... Fast, Smooth, Capable and Fun! ... "
" ... I tried geforce now and it worked great also. ... "
" ... Boots up really fast and easy to use. ... "
" ... simple design, speed so fast then other device. ... "
" ... Nvidia has done an excellent job of updating the older version and I imagine they will do the same for this model. ... "
" ... Other than that this unit is solid and performance fantastic ... "
" ... So far it streams from every major video service I've tested with great quality and speed. ... "
Product Reliability
6used, shield, months, weeks, version
+50%
-50%
" ... Other times it just flickers off and back on. ... "
" ... I previously had a Nvdia Shield (2017), which died mysteriously after two years (of great service). ... After I switched plugged it in, it booted up, I was able to sign in, and then it just went dead. ... "
" ... I saw that Nvidia was just about to release their new Shield so I waited a few weeks for it. ... then the problems begin. ... And then the Shield itself started to crash. ... "
Video Playback
6youtube, videos, audio, plex, gaming
+83%
-17%
" ... The up scaling does make videos look much better. ... "
" ... Supports high quality audio and video streams, can handle gaming, etc. ... "
" ... I watched the youtube video, saw the diagram. ... "
" ... Many videos on how to in YouTube. ... "
" ... This is the hot setup for streaming all our video needs. ... "
Marketplace
5amazon, yes, quality
+60%
-40%
" ... It upgrades the quality of the picture. ... "
" ... Picture looks pretty good all around. ... "
" ... Yes, the picture is gorgeous, yes the upscaling really does work and isn't a gimmick. ... They took care of everything and I was refunded the next day, ... "
Controls
4netflix button, buttons, button, better, work
+25%
-75%
" ... In certain instances, the volume ceases to work and I have to reset the Nvidia in order to get the volume back. ... "
" ... - Netflix button too sensitive. ... - no mute button. ... There is a setting in the Shield specifically to disable this feature but it doesn't work. ... "
" ... Yes, there's a button mapper app, but it kills being able to change the volume holding the volume buttons. ... "
Storage
4cards, card, easy
+50%
-50%
Cables
4cables, go, cord, cable
+50%
-50%
" ... Thinking that the error might be on my side, I tried various cables, different plugs, etc. ... "
" ... I just hated cable. ... "
Design
4new, looks, cool
+50%
-50%
" ... The round design is difficult to place anywhere. ... "
" ... It actually doesn't look very good. ... "
Setup
3works, well, hook, connection
+100%
" ... The install was easy. ... "
" ... My setup is 5.1.2 Atmos . ... "
Memory
3shield, port
+33%
-67%
" ... I honestly don't know what the point of putting a 1000gbps port on it is, the chip and memory are clearly incapable. ... "
" ... It's overrated by ten fold memory is low it's cost ineffective I lost all my memory on my original shield due to Nvidia and Amazon forced update ... "
Lagging
3+33%
-67%
" ... Lots of freezing and lag all over. ... "
" ... Crashed every 11minutes and restarted. ... And then the Shield itself started to crash. ... "
Product As Described
3yes, quality
+100%
" ... It upgrades the quality of the picture. ... "
" ... Picture looks pretty good all around. ... "
" ... Yes, the picture is gorgeous, yes the upscaling really does work and isn't a gimmick. ... "
Features
3+100%
" ... This model adds in some great features . ... "
" ... Don't need the advanced features but who knows . ... "
Display Clarity
3shield, using, streaming, stick, screen
+67%
-33%
" ... I thought it could've been my Samsung TV when we were watching streaming services with dark scenes and seeing blocky blacks but after watching the same items with the Nvidia Shield TV, it was just a much better produced image from the Shield TV versus the Apple TV 4k. ... "
" ... I just bought a LGTV 4K OLED 65" screen and wanted the best streaming stick to get the most out of the capabilities. ... The final straw was an evening of every three minutes getting a grey snow screen like the little girl from 'The Ring' was about to crawl through the TV. ... "
Fit
3+100%
" ... I used some zip tie to hold the Shield in back of my Samsung 65 inch tv and is wonderful. ... "
" ... I prefer and open ecosystem so this fit the bill. ... "
" ... It is small and fits neatly on or on the floor behind the tv stand. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
WiFi: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes
Memory
SD Card Type: Micro SD
Display
Resolution: 4K
4K
RESOLUTION
Yes
WIFI
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SD CARD TYPE
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BLUETOOTH