Set to launch in September , the fresh announced Google TV Streamer promises to offer an“AI - power , next - generation , personalised streaming and smart home experience ” .
We ’ve compare the eyeglasses of the upcoming Google TV Streamer to theAmazon Fire television Cube , so you could decide which high - end streaming twist will be better accommodate to your household .
Both come equip with voice - assistant integration and backup for 4 K resolution , Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision too . Keep reading to see how the two differ .
Android OS vs Fire OS
The two streamers head for the hills on different operating systems , with the Google TV Streamer run on Android OS and , as the name suggests , the Fire boob tube Cube running on Fire OS . AlthoughFire OSis built on top of Android O , the overlay was created by Amazon .
Deciding which operating system is skillful for you really comes down to which ecosystem you are already part of ( if any . ) For example , you ’ll be able to access more Google TV Streamer feature , such as spacial audio , if you already own Nest Speakers orPixel Buds Pro . In addition , you ’ll be able to view your Nest doorbell live - stream through your Google TV Streamer too .
Similarly , you may plug in your Fire TV Cube to your other Amazon Echo devices and also check on your mob doorbell feed from your TV .
The Google TV Streamer also uses Google ’s own voice assistant , while the Fire television set Cube use Amazon ’s Alexa .
The Google TV Streamer has more storage
If you contrive on using numerous streaming apps then you should weigh the storehouse options of your banner . The Amazon Fire TV Cube offers 16 GB of storage while the Google tv set offers double that at 32 Gi .
Neither streamer offers expandable storage either , so you may need to be selective with your downloads .
The Amazon Fire TV Cube has more connectivity ports
The Amazon Fire TV Cube has a total of six port including both a HDMI input and production , IR extender , Ethernet and USB - A porthole , all alongside a Power Port . The Google TV Streamer instead has just three ports , including a USB - one C for king and datum , HDMI and an Ethernet port .
It may be fair to say , however , that with additional ports come up a larger design which is n’t quite as subtle . The Fire TV Cube step at 3.38 x 3.38 x 2.99 inches while the Google TV was designed to go more by nature into your home and measures just 6.4 x 3 x 1 in .
Both allow smart home control
Both TV Streamers allow for you to operate compatible smart home appliance from the comfort of your lounge . As advert above , you may check your video bell streams , adjust your thermostat options and hold in your Light Within via either the Google TV Stream or Fire TV Cube .
However , there are some caveats . The Google TV Stream allows you to control allMatterand Google Home gadget , so verify your chic home appliances are compatible . The Fire TV Cube allows you to keep in line all Alexa - compatible devices , as well as Matter and also even Google Nest devices .
Connecting your Google Nest machine to Alexa is easy but will require you to start the acquirement through your Alexa app .
The Google TV Streamer is cheaper
Now open for pre - orders , the Google TV Streamer has an RRP of £ 99/$99.99 and will be pronto useable from 24th September . The Google TV Streamer will also be available in two colours , Porcelain and Hazel although the latter is a US exclusive .
The Amazon Fire TV Cube isavailable now for £ 139.99/$139.99 .
