Roku Streaming Stick 4K vs Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024)
Which should you buy? · Updated
Short answer: If you're choosing between the Roku Streaming Stick 4K and the Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024), they're effectively tied on our bench (4.3 vs 4.2). Pick on price, ecosystem, and the spec differences below. The Roku Streaming Stick 4K is the value pick: it is $10 cheaper and still the higher-rated box. Here's how they compare spec by spec.
| Roku Streaming Stick 4K | Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 4.3 | 4.2 |
| Price | $49 | $59 |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Chipset | Quad-core | MediaTek MT8696T quad-core 2.0 GHz |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Roku OS | Fire OS |
| Max output | 4K @ 60fps | 4K @ 60fps |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos (passthrough) | Dolby Atmos |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band) | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ports | HDMI 2.0, USB (power) | HDMI 2.1, Micro-USB (power) |
| Remote | Roku Voice Remote | Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced |
Where the Roku Streaming Stick 4K wins
- Price: $49
Where the Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) wins
- RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
It's close — 4.3 vs 4.2/5 is within our margin. If you're watching the budget, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K saves you $10 and covers the essentials. Read the full Roku Streaming Stick 4K review or Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) review for the hands-on detail, or open them in the interactive comparison.
Roku Streaming Stick 4K vs Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024): FAQ
Which is better, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K or the Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024)?
They're effectively tied on our bench (4.3 vs 4.2/5). The Roku Streaming Stick 4K wins on value at $49. Pick based on the spec differences and which ecosystem you prefer.
Is the Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) worth the extra $10 over the Roku Streaming Stick 4K?
Only for its specific advantages (ram, storage, connectivity): on our bench the cheaper Roku Streaming Stick 4K actually rates higher. Otherwise the Roku Streaming Stick 4K covers the basics for less.