We decided to add functionality to your TV - take the TV-Box. This small box even in front of the old device will open all the possibilities of smart panels and take on the role of a home media center. We, on our part, will help you to choose a suitable prefix from those available on Aliexpress.
ZIDOO Z9S - media extender that connects to everything
This is not just a TV box, but a real media combine capable of distributing content to home network devices from connected external sources via dual-band Wi-Fi.
The work of all components provides a new processor Realtek RTD1296. In the console itself, two operating systems are installed simultaneously: the seventh Android and the OpenWRT shell, which is often used in routers.
Pros:
- Easily cope with video playback in 4K resolution (at 60 fps) and HDR content;
- Four USB ports of the second and third generations - a pair of each;
- Ethernet connector with a bandwidth of 1000 Mbps;
- Two derived SATA 3.0 interfaces for connecting external drives;
- A large fleet of ports for connecting the set-top box with external monitors and televisions of different "ages", audio systems, computers and other peripherals;
- There is a small display that displays information about current connections and processes;
- Learning remote;
- Not bad heat is organized - through the radiator to the metal case (so that the heating of the box should be taken calmly).
Minuses:
- The menu is not yet completely Russified, but with subsequent updates this problem can be fixed.
MECOOL KIII Pro - hybrid box with built-in tuner
Another multifunctional console - this time with an eight-core Amlogic S912 processor and advanced GPU. The hybrid received 3 GB of RAM, so that in all respects it can be considered not only as a TV box, but also as an average hand gaming Android console. In addition, the model has separate outputs for satellite, digital and analog TV antennas, which greatly expands its capabilities.
Pros:
- The presence of a slot for microSD with support for cards of 128 gigabytes;
- Module BT 4.0 for connecting peripheral devices (mice, keyboards, speakers, etc.);
- Gigabit LAN;
- Work in two frequencies Wi-Fi - 2.4 and 5 GHz;
- Easily reads most video, photo and audio formats;
- Fully Russified interface;
- Players, basic applications and even Internet radio are already installed out of the box, and what's missing is easy to download from Google Play;
- All applications run instantly and go without podlagivany.
Minuses:
- Because of passive cooling, it is undesirable to use such a powerful console for heavy games.
HAAYOT A5X Max - more than enough for media content
This TV box is best left for movies, streams and TV shows, without threatening the game. Inside there is an average Rockchip RK3328 processor - 4-core, but its performance is enough for “domestic” use.
Memory A5H also with a margin: 4 gigabytes of operational and 32 built-in. The device can play 4K video at a frequency of 60 fps and supports all the latest codecs, like H.265 or VP9.
Pros:
- Already out of the box is Android Oreo;
- Works great with all video formats - without jerking pictures and other lags;
- Three USB 2.0 ports and another high-speed - USB 3.0;
- There is a slot for an SD-card (supports 128 GB);
- Ethernet connector 100 Mbps for wired connection, from wireless in the presence of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth;
- The popular Kodi player and Netflix are already installed, and in general there are enough useful programs, and without cluttering up unnecessary applications.
Minuses:
- Wi-Fi is single-band, but the connection keeps well;
- Weak cooling system, which can cause problems when launching heavy games through the TV box.
XIAOMI TV Box 3 - voice control home console
A popular model with a 4-core Amlogic S905 processor with a clock frequency of 2 GHz will open in front of any TV all the media capabilities of an advanced smartphone. The laconic and stylish device, which received two awards for design, copes with video in 4K format with FPS 60 fps, light and medium games, and also supports HDR. It is controlled by the operating system Android TV 6.0 with the ability to upgrade to the "eight".
Pros:
- Functional remote control that can be used as a joystick in games,
- Built-in microphone that recognizes voice commands;
- Nimble operation without brakes thanks to 2 gigabytes of RAM;
- Google Cast support, so that you can watch content from your phone on TV;
- It works in 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks and stably keeps in touch;
- The necessary applications can be not only downloaded from Play Market TV, but also installed from a USB flash drive.
Minuses:
- On the black case of the console, dust is clearly visible;
- No LAN port for wired internet connection.
X96 Mini - the smallest TV box
Inexpensive console comes in two versions, differing from each other in memory: 1/8 and 2/16 GB. It also supports 4K video playback, but unlike the previous model, it can only play at a frame rate of up to 30 fps. The device works on a modified Android 7.1.2, inside is the same budget processor Amlogic S905W.
Pros:
- Really tiny size - this TV-box is smaller than a palm;
- There is a slot for microSD;
- The ability to connect via Wi-Fi, and through the Ethernet-connector (100 Mbps);
- Two USB ports;
- There are connectors for plugs of old TVs;
- No problem playing high-bitrate video from external media;
- You can control the console with a TV remote control;
- The IR receiver perfectly catches even the reflected signals;
- Included is a special mount on the adhesive layer to install the console on the back of the TV.
Minuses:
- It supports only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi range - this model is more suitable for those who have few wireless devices in the house.
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