So far so good with this, my first Fire TV device!
I bought this to replace a Chromecast Ultra, which in turn replaced my power-hungry Xbox as my media streaming device. I really missed having a physical controller, and wanted a dedicated streaming device that would see me on for a good while. Grabbing the Fire Stick 4K Max seemed like a no-brainer.
Compared to the other streaming sticks on the market, the 4K Max seems to be the most up-to-date and future proof. WiFi 6 support is a nice addition if, like me, you have a newer router.
This is also one of the only streaming sticks that supports the BBC UHD trial on iPlayer, just make sure you turn on the Beta in the iPlayer settings. There's not a huge amount of content on there currently, but it was great for the World Cup.
My only complaint is the interface heavily favours Prime Video and the ads take up a lot of the home screen. However, as soon as you open an app and dive into your content, this complaint fades into insignificance.
I will say, if you're about to buy a Fire Stick, see if you can get a refurbished model from Amazon. The only discernable difference between a new model and my refurb was the packaging it came in (a generic brown Amazon box) - everything else looks brand new and it has the same 1 year warranty. Get a discount and play your part to reduce E-waste!
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| Best for | Essential streaming under £35 | HD streaming with convenient TV controls | Cinematic 4K streaming with Dolby Vision support | High performance 4K streaming with Wi-Fi 6 support | Ultimate 4K streaming with hands-free voice control |
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| Wi-Fi support and connectivity | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E + Ethernet port |
| Storage | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory | 1 GB | 1 GB | 1.5 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Audio Support | HDMI pass-through of Dolby-encoded audio | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos | Dolby Atmos |
| Processor | Quad-core CPU 1.7 GHz, GPU 650 MHz | Quad-core CPU 1.7 GHz, GPU 650 MHz | Quad-core CPU 1.7 GHz, GPU 650 MHz | Quad-core CPU 1.8 GHz, GPU 750 MHz | Octa-core CPU 4 x 2.2 GHz 4 x 2.0 GHz, GPU 800 MHz |
Simple to set up and use
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Plug Fire TV Stick 4K Max directly into your HDTV, or use the included HDMI extender.
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Plug into wall socket.
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Connect to internet and enjoy.
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Materials
50% post-consumer recycled plastics in streaming media player.
20% post-consumer recycled plastics in the remote. Cable and adaptor not included.
Low Power Mode
To reduce its energy consumption, this device will enter Low Power mode when it goes to sleep. Learn more here.
Technical details
Fire TV Stick 4K Max
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Size |
99 x 30 x 14 mm (only housing) | 108 x 30 x 14 mm (including the connector). |
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Weight |
48.4 g |
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Processor |
Quad-core 1.8GHz MT 8696 |
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GPU |
IMG GE8300, 750 MHz |
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Storage |
8 GB |
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Wi-Fi |
MT7921LS. Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6) networks. |
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Bluetooth |
Bluetooth 5.0 + LE. Pair with compatible Bluetooth speakers, headphones, video game controllers and more. |
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Voice support |
Yes, with the Alexa Voice Remote (included) or free Fire TV app (available for download on Fire OS, Android and iOS). |
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IR Device control with included Alexa Voice Remote |
The included Alexa Voice Remote can control Fire TV Stick 4K Max and certain functions (such as power and volume) on a wide range of compatible IR-enabled devices, including TVs, soundbars and A/V receivers. Note: certain functions may not be available on some IR-enabled devices. |
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Cloud storage |
Free cloud storage for digital content purchased from Amazon. |
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Ports |
HDMI ARC output, micro-USB for power only. |
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Audio support |
Dolby Atmos, 7.1 surround sound, 2-channel stereo and HDMI audio pass through up to 5.1. Dolby Atmos is available on selected Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+ titles when connected to compatible equipment. |
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4K support |
To watch films and TV programmes in 4K Ultra HD, you need a compatible Ultra HD TV. Some services may not be available in 4K/HDR. Certain services are subject to change at any time, may not be available in all areas or in 4K/HDR, and may require separate subscriptions. Learn more about services. |
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Content formats supported |
Video: Dolby Vision, HDR 10, HDR10+, HLG, H.265, H.264, VP9 and AV1.
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Output resolution supported |
2160p, 1080p and 720p up to 60 fps. |
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System requirements |
High-definition television with available high-speed HDMI input, high-speed internet connection via Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi 6 router needed for Wi-Fi 6 support. |
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TV compatibility |
TV must support minimum HDCP requirements for protected content playback. Compatible with 1) 4K ultra high-definition TVs with HDMI capable of 2160p at 24/25/30/50/60 Hz and HDCP 2.2 or 2) high-definition TVs with HDMI capable of 1080p or 720p at 50/60 Hz. Learn more about high definition. |
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Warranty and service |
Fire TV Stick 4K Max is sold with a limited warranty of one year provided by the manufacturer. If you are a consumer, the limited warranty is in addition to your consumer rights, and does not jeopardise these rights in any way. This means you may still have additional rights at law even after the limited warranty has expired (further information on your consumer rights can be found here). Use of Fire TV Stick 4K Max is subject to the terms found here. |
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Regional support |
Certain services may not be available outside of the United Kingdom. |
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Accessibility features |
VoiceView screen reader enables access to the vast majority of Fire TV features for users who are blind or visually impaired. Watch videos and TV programmes with subtitles displayed. Subtitles are not available for all content. You can also listen to Fire TV with compatible Bluetooth headphones. Learn more about compatibility. |
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Included in the box |
Fire TV Stick 4K Max, Alexa Voice Remote (3rd generation), USB cable and power adaptor, HDMI extender cable for Fire TV Stick 4K Max, 2 AAA batteries and Quick Start Guide. |
Alexa Voice Remote (3rd generation) technical details
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Size |
38 x 142 x 16 mm |
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Weight |
43.4 g (without batteries) |
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Batteries |
2 AAA (included) |
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Technology |
Bluetooth |
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Compatibility |
Fire TV Stick (3rd generation), Fire TV Stick 4K, Fire TV Stick 4K Max |
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The streaming and picture quality is excellent with this device. There are a fair number of quality apps, but not as many as with Roku. If you're a Prime customer, this device will make the most sense as there is a focus on Amazon content and associated channels.Voice search is ok. It's Alexa focused, so instead of just being able to fill search forms with the microphone, it fires up Alexa search separately. The search doesn't always list all the results it should.The not great:The control is cheap and has a sharp edge to it where the battery door slides into the remote. The plastic is creaky and definitely not what you'd expect at this price point. I'm sure the expectation is that people would upgrade to the premium remote because the included one is pretty bad.The UI is a bit annoying and Amazon focused. Non-Amazon apps, outside of a few at the beginning of your app list are accessed through a separate screen.The screensaver can be shut off, but the device still has some sort of power saving mode that means that if you spend too long getting back to your program, the screen goes black, you need to re-enter the Fire TV system and then enter your streaming app again.There's a live TV function where apps that stream live TV are shown in a grid. The problem is, even though our device has more than 8 apps that stream channels, only three apps populate the grid. This, of course, is an issue with both the apps and Fire TV, but if it couldn't be implemented easily perhaps it shouldn't have been included.These are pretty minor issues, so I do think this device is worth buying, especially if you want a future proof, UHD device. It just could have been better.
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