Updated November 2026
Data from the official Amazon and Google sites.
2026 verdict
Between Google TV Streamer (4K) and Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus, Google TV Streamer (4K) is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on connectivity, smart home hub, and casting.
Its biggest wins come from connectivity, smart home hub, and casting, and remote finder adds more confidence to the verdict. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus can still be the right pick, but only if price and rating outweigh the wider strengths of Google TV Streamer (4K). For the average buyer, Google TV Streamer (4K) is the safer choice.
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- Wi-Fi 2.4/5 GHz
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| Feature | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus | Google TV Streamer (4K) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $39.99 | $149.00 | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.3 | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Smart Home Hub | None | Matter Controller, Thread Border Router | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Casting | Screen Mirroring (Miracast) | Google Cast | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Remote Finder | NO | YES | Google TV Streamer (4K) |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | Gemini | Different strengths |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Audio & Video | HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dolby Atmos | HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG, Dolby Atmos | Tie |
| Integrations | Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Home Assistant | Tie |
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$39.99
$69.99
- + Price: $39.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB
- - Smart Home Hub: None vs Matter Controller, Thread Border Router
Winner
$149.00
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Ethernet, Bluetooth, USB
- + Smart Home Hub: Matter Controller, Thread Border Router
- + Casting: Google Cast
- - Price: $149.00 vs $39.99
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus or Google TV Streamer (4K)?
Google TV Streamer (4K) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for connectivity, smart home hub, and casting.
What is the biggest difference between Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and Google TV Streamer (4K)?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus lists $39.99, while Google TV Streamer (4K) lists $149.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is listed at $39.99, while Google TV Streamer (4K) is listed at $149.00. Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus (better spec).
Who should buy Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus?
Choose Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than connectivity.
Who should buy Google TV Streamer (4K)?
Choose Google TV Streamer (4K) if your priority is connectivity and smart home hub and that matters more than price.
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