Verdict: The sensible Fire TV stick for most 4K TVs: all the key 4K and HDR formats for less than the 4K Max. Pick the 4K Max only if you want Wi-Fi 6E and more storage.
Good for
- 4K TVs: Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support
- Soundbars and home theater: Dolby Atmos
- Voice search across apps with the Alexa Voice Remote
Skip it if
- Your TV is 1080p; the Fire TV Stick HD costs less
- You install many apps or games: 8GB of storage
Key specs
| Model | Fire TV Stick 4K Plus (listed as “Fire TV Stick 4K, newest model”) |
|---|---|
| Video | Up to 4K (2160p); Dolby Vision, HDR10+ |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Software | Fire OS with AI-powered Fire TV Search |
How it compares
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max: faster, Wi-Fi 6E, 16GB storage
- Amazon Fire TV Stick HD: for 1080p TVs
Specs come from the manufacturer’s published specifications (Best Buy listing (B0F7Z4QZTT)); iTech Level has not tested this product hands-on. How we choose products.
