Poll: Which Android Box you are recommending for IPTV ?

[houjiangen1]

i hava hk1 box and tanix box

 

[jackjoni]

Firestick 4k max with smartes pro 2.2.2

 

[vikysat111]

Firestick 4k max with smartes pro 2.2.2

ZIDOO X9S​

 

[Joshua]

I?m using Formuler Z11 Pro Max & Nvidia Shield pro 500GB, works great

 

[EHT]

Hello there,

which Android Boxes you are recommending for IPTV ?

And important for us is why ? Some special reasons?

It's not about which brand is on, Many boxes have the same contents inside. Of course ram memory and rom, 4Gb 64Gb is what most of them have today. The chip is important, and the best on the market today is Amlogic. Many IPTV providers have this chip, such as one of the largest on the market Telekom, they are available throughout Europe but also in the US. In their boxes you have an Amlogic S905X4 chip with 2/4 Gb Ram and 16 Gb ROM. Amlogic will in the near future release a new chip, Amlogic S905X5 which will then be the absolute best chip on the market, the best chip in Android boxes, regardless of the brand. Today we use Amlogic S905X4 chip with 4Gb ram and 64Gb rom. Amlogic released a while ago the new Amlogic S928X with 8Gb ram and 64Gb rom, the box is called X96 X10. But beware, there are many pirated copies, the original is with an aluminum casing. This is also one of 2 boxes that can really handle 8K..i can read all about it

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[joe472]

Hello there,

which Android Boxes you are recommending for IPTV ?

And important for us is why ? Some special reasons?

i am using formuler z11, and mag 322

 

[Morfeuz]

using STRONG LEAP-S3PRO works great with tivimate / ott navigator / smarters

Hardware​

SoC​

Realtek RTD1325

CPU​

Quad-core 1.7 GHz (ARM Cortex-A55)

GPU​

ARM Mali-G57

RAM​

4GB

Storage​

32GB

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[gossu]

i use Formulers z10se with stalker/ministra portals and no major problems so far

 

[mikeloius]

I'm in Europe... I use rtx duo have 4gb ram and 64 gb rom you won’t regret it

 

[EHT]

It's not about which brand is on, Many boxes have the same contents inside. Of course ram memory and rom, 4Gb 64Gb is what most of them have today. The chip is important, and the best on the market today is Amlogic. Many IPTV providers have this chip, such as one of the largest on the market Telekom, they are available throughout Europe but also in the US. In their boxes you have an Amlogic S905X4 chip with 2/4 Gb Ram and 16 Gb ROM. Amlogic will in the near future release a new chip, Amlogic S905X5 which will then be the absolute best chip on the market, the best chip in Android boxes, regardless of the brand. Today we use Amlogic S905X4 chip with 4Gb ram and 64Gb rom. Amlogic released a while ago the new Amlogic S928X with 8Gb ram and 64Gb rom, the box is called X96 X10. But beware, there are many pirated copies, the original is with an aluminum casing. This is also one of 2 boxes that can really handle 8K..i can read all about it *** Hidden text: cannot be quoted. ***

An update 2025.08

Android Boxes Today comes with AI-SR?
An AI-SR Android box is an Android-based TV box that uses AI-SR (AI Super Resolution) technology to intelligently upscale lower-resolution video content to a near-4K quality, resulting in a clearer and more detailed picture on your TV. These boxes, such as those built on the Amlogic S905X5M, Rockchip RK3588 or even Realtek RT-X2 chipsets, often feature modern specifications like Android 14, Wi-Fi 6, and Gigabit Ethernet, making them high-performance streaming devices for Android TV and other streaming apps.

A little more in -depth explanation:

• AI Super Resolution (AI-SR):

This is the primary feature, using artificial intelligence to enhance low-resolution content, old films, and online videos for a better viewing experience.

• High-Performance Chipsets:

Many models use advanced chipsets like the Amlogic S905X5M, Rockchip 3588 or Realtek RT-X2, which provide fast performance for multitasking and smooth 4K playback.

• Modern Connectivity:

Expect support for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0 or newer, and Gigabit Ethernet for fast, stable, and low-latency internet connectivity.

• Latest OS:

They run on the latest Android versions, like Android 14 or Google TV, providing access to a wide range of streaming apps and services.

• Enhanced Picture Quality:

Support for technologies like HDR10+ and high frame rate (e.g., 4K@120fps) ensures a rich and immersive viewing experience.

How AI-SR works:

The AI-SR technology is integrated into the device's video processing subsystem. It uses artificial intelligence and deep learning to analyze and restore image detail, texture, and clarity, effectively increasing the resolution of the content to be displayed on your 4K-enabled TV.

We have tested several of these new Android boxes. Amlogic, who has been a market -leading for many years and who most people thought was definitely the best choice, including us. It is still one of the best in the market and in addition they are very affordable. But, first place has been taken over by Rockchip. The best boxes today are with Rockchip RK3588 according to all our tests. But you should be attentive, as there are the same Android boxes but with different chips out there. If you have the economy, to invest in a super box, we recommend BuzzTV. This box is the best we have ever tested. Their own interface is incredibly good, you also do not need to install any IPTV app. Can warmly recommend this box for those who want something out of the ordinary and have money hidden ...

Want to point out again !! Only buy from well -known places where you know you get original products. There are an incredible number of pirate copies in the market that do not meet or keep them promise in their Advertisement. The Android boxes look the same but the content, can be completely different. My friend has a webshop and they probably test most things on the market, to have the best, at good prices. From them I have received a lot of information and they only buy directly from the manufacturer to guarantee their customers that everything is original and you get at least 1 year warranty. As he always says, you get what you pay for ...

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[Lebowski]

I'm located in the US, so I've just been recommending my customers to just use the cheap Onn boxes from Walmart. Can't really beat it for $20 and most of them can pick it up locally in the store.

 

[EHT]

Ok. Up to you what you want to buy. I would never buy the Onn Boxes from Walmart. It does not keep what it promises in the ads. 2GB Ram & 8GB Rome, is too little and forget that it can handle 4K, they say everything to sell. With a proverb that is usually true is "you get what you pay for". If you live in the US, and should have something that works well, I would have bought a fireStick, even if I am not a fan of them, but significantly better than Onn Boxes. But as I said, up to the buyer what he wants to spend for money and what he buys.

Something that many people forget is that which firmware is used, will there be any updates? How does the user get hold of them? Most often, new boxes always have some bugs that need to be corrected, which they do when new firmware comes to the units. Today, many boxes are released with AI-SR and have 8GB RAM and 128GB Rome. It is just like with mobile phones, they work for a while, until the manufacturer decides not to release more updates. May be because, they want you to buy a new one or simply that device can't handle it. Just like with Android boxes, Fire Stick ... Same. If they had made a unit that managed everything, they would not sell many and not make any money

 

[Lebowski]

Ok. Up to you what you want to buy. I would never buy the Onn Boxes from Walmart. It does not keep what it promises in the ads. 2GB Ram & 8GB Rome, is too little and forget that it can handle 4K, they say everything to sell. With a proverb that is usually true is "you get what you pay for". If you live in the US, and should have something that works well, I would have bought a fireStick, even if I am not a fan of them, but significantly better than Onn Boxes. But as I said, up to the buyer what he wants to spend for money and what he buys.

Something that many people forget is that which firmware is used, will there be any updates? How does the user get hold of them? Most often, new boxes always have some bugs that need to be corrected, which they do when new firmware comes to the units. Today, many boxes are released with AI-SR and have 8GB RAM and 128GB Rome. It is just like with mobile phones, they work for a while, until the manufacturer decides not to release more updates. May be because, they want you to buy a new one or simply that device can't handle it. Just like with Android boxes, Fire Stick ... Same. If they had made a unit that managed everything, they would not sell many and not make any money

I understand your viewpoint, most of my users are elderly people that live in rural areas that don't care about 4K let alone even have the bandwidth for 4k. Most of them just use Plex and Tivimate. They've been working well overall for them for the last 3 years or so. I don't recommend the Onn devices for people that want 4K or really care about performance.

 

[bernie]

Firestick 4k, and raspberry pi 4 with kodi. Both are great cheap options with fast streaming.

 

[zajklon]

nvidia shield

 

[robin31]

Using some X88 pro X5M box that are around 40 euro from China. Flashed slimbox on it and it runs things like tivimate and ubo fine. Have a friend that is doing the same with Tanix W2 boxes, they are like 30 euro but have a IR remote where the X88 has bluetooth remotes.

 

[hichem120]

STRONG leap S3 pro

 

[joelonlyne]

ONN HD
ONN 4K

Cheap and powerful devices.

 

[GigCityMedia]

ONN Box 4K Pro in my den with Tivimate. I sell the ONN 4k to my customers with Tivimate added. They love them and are just under $20 at Walmart. Very stable and smooth.

 

[joelonlyne]

ONN Box 4K Pro in my den with Tivimate. I sell the ONN 4k to my customers with Tivimate added. They love them and are just under $20 at Walmart. Very stable and smooth.

I'm agree with you, but keep in mind that latest devices are locked to be used only in USA and CAD but can be bypass with a VPN.