Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

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Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

 

For 2020, in an affordable price segment up to $ 50, it is better to give preference to the following set-top boxes for TVs:

  • Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
  • X96S;
  • X96 MAX Plus;
  • H96 MAX X3;
  • TANIX TX9S.

 

In January 2020, we already published list budget devices that can satisfy the wishes of undemanding owners of 4K TVs. But the situation has changed a bit. New TV boxes, which saw the light in early 2020, squeezed into the top five devices, and slightly changed the order in the ranking. So let's go!

 

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K TV Box

 

Chipset Broadcom Capri 28155
Processor 1.7 GHz Quad-core
Video adapter IMG GE8300, 570 MHz
RAM LPDDR3, 2 GB, 2133 MHz
Persistent memory EMMC Flash 8 GB
ROM expansion No
Memory card support No
Wired network No
Wireless network 802.11a / b / g / n / ac, Wi-Fi 2,4G / 5 GHz (MIMO)
Bluetooth Yes, version 5.0 + LE
Operating system Android 9.0
Update support Yes
Interfaces HDMI
The presence of external antennas No
Digital panel No
Networking opportunities Standard multimedia set
Price 50$

 

From third place, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K has moved to the TOP. And the merit here is no longer hardware, but software. The peculiarity of the TV box in the full support of manufacturers. Working with the console is a pleasure. This wonderful gadget has dozens of forums where users share their experience and settings. And this is not just installing some programs from Google Play - thanks to Root rights, you can modify the firmware for yourself.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

Plus, the manufacturer 2-3 times a year, without changing the filling of the console, launches promotions with a 50% discount. Thanks to what, Fire TV Stick 4K is gaining more and more fans. The official license is Netflix, Dolby Vision, Alexa, a chic remote control. Not trotlit, not heated. The TV box installed in the HDMI port of the TV works perfectly on the wireless interface and sees connected devices without any dead zones.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

 

TV box X96S

 

Chipset Amlogic S905Y2
Processor ARM Cortex-A53 (4 cores), up to 1.8 GHz, 12 nm process
Video adapter ARM G31 MP2 GPU, 650 MHz, 2 cores, 2.6 Gpix / s
RAM LPDDR3, 2/4 GB, 2133 MHz
Persistent memory EMMC 5.0 Flash 16/32 GB
ROM expansion Yes, memory cards
Memory card support microSD up to 64 GB (TF)
Wired network No
Wireless network Wi-Fi 2,4G / 5 GHz, IEEE 802,11 b / g / n / ac
Bluetooth Yes, version 4.2
Operating system Android 9.0
Update support Yes
Interfaces HDMI 2.1, 1xUSB 3.0, 1xmicroUSB 2.0, IR, DC
The presence of external antennas No
Digital panel No
Networking opportunities Standard multimedia set
Price $ 25-50 (depending on configuration)

 

The honorable 2nd place was left behind the stick of the X96S. Again, the TV box stands out from the competition with software work. The user has Root rights. And this is installing the “correct” firmware and fine-tuning the device. Unique gadget. In general, it is not clear how the manufacturer managed to cram technologically advanced equipment into such a small case. Take the same 5 GHz Wi-Fi. More expensive Chinese devices can only envy the baby throughput.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

Included with the TV box is an IR-sensor, which can be placed on the bottom or side of the TV. So, this sensor is not required for installation. The remote control or gamepads work great without it. This is a serious argument in favor of the X96S. The TV box does not heat up at all, although it can be used to play most games at medium settings. UHD movies, torrents, IPTV - everything works perfectly and without throttling.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

Given the popularity of TV boxing, the manufacturer is unlikely to agree to the presentation of new products in 2020. Most likely it will be restyling, where the gadget will receive a larger amount of ROM. Following the trend, it's time to supply a 64 GB memory chip. In addition, the chip allows this to be implemented. By the way, the Amlogic S905Y2 chipset can work with LPDDR4 memory. So far, the console uses the LPDDR3 module. So, to increase productivity, it remains only to change the RAM and ROM. And it will certainly be implemented in the near future.

 

X96 MAX Plus - 3rd place

 

Chipset Amlogic S905X3
Processor 4хARM Cortex-A55 (up to 1.9 GHz), 12nm process
Video adapter Mali-G31 MP2 (650 MHz, 6 Cores)
RAM 2/4 GB (DDR3 / 4, 3200 MHz)
Persistent memory 16 / 32 / 64 GB (eMMC Flash)
ROM expansion Yes, memory cards
Memory card support Yes, microSD up to 64 GB
Wired network 1 Gbps
Wireless network 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac 2.4GHz / 5GHz, 2 × 2 MIMO.

Version with 2 GB of RAM: 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac 2.4GHz.

Bluetooth Yes, 4.1. Version of the console with 2 GB of RAM without Bluetooth.
Operating system Android 9.0
Update support Yes, hardware, you can manually
Interfaces 1xUSB 3.0

1xUSB 2.0

HDMI 2.0a (supports HD CEC, Dynamic HDR and HDCP 2.2, 4K @ 60, 8K @ 24)

AV-out (standard 480i / 576i)

SPDIF

RJ-45 (10/100/1000)

DC (5V / 2A, blue power indicator)

The presence of external antennas No
Digital panel Yes
Price $ 25-50 (depending on configuration)

 

Without crooked, we can safely say that this is the same VONTAR X88 PRO. Which in the maximum configuration is capable of delivering excellent performance indicators in any application. Regarding the prefixes "Pro", "Max" or "Plus", customers have long understood that for the Chinese it is empty sounds. One cannot expect anything beyond perfect. So, the X96 MAX Plus TV box is an exception. The manufacturer really did work on its mistakes and was able to launch a normal product on the market.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

The main role here is played by the Amlogic S905X3 chipset, which the manufacturer was able to adapt correctly. Let the console heat up, but it does not throttle and works normally with all the software. These are torrents, and IPTV, and even toys. But, nevertheless, the gadget is imprisoned for watching videos in UHD quality. High-end remote control, and full compatibility with the software are simply gorgeous. If the buyer aims to enjoy 4K movies - he will receive them with interest.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

 

H96 MAX X3

 

Chipset Amlogic S905X3
Processor 4хARM Cortex-A55 (up to 1.9 GHz), 12nm process
Video adapter Mali-G31 MP2 (650 MHz, 6 Cores)
RAM 4 GB (DDR3, 3200 MHz)
Persistent memory 16/32/64/128 GB (eMMC Flash)
ROM expansion Yes, memory cards
Memory card support Yes, microSD up to 64 GB
Wired network 1 Gbps
Wireless network 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac 2.4GHz / 5GHz, 2 × 2 MIMO
Bluetooth Yes 4.0
Operating system Android 9.0
Update support Yes
Interfaces 1xUSB 3.0, 1xUSB 2.0, HDMI 2.0, AV-out, SPDIF, RJ-45, DC
The presence of external antennas No
Digital panel Yes
Price $ 25-50 (depending on configuration)

 

After a review of the HK1 X3 prefix (in the form of a tablet), the attitude to such devices is not credible. But the Vontar label still attracted attention. And not in vain. The manufacturer found the strength to make a product that falls into the rating of “Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020”. Moreover, it takes an honorable 4th place.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

Definitely, the presence of Root rights for a user is a pleasant gift. Plus the price. Naturally, fans appeared who were able to create flawless firmware for the new gadget. The result - excellent performance of the TV box with any applications and games. By the way, this is the only state employee in the world market who managed to get to watch video in 8K at 24 FPS. It is a pity that there are no films for this video format, but the ads have seen enough from the heart.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

 

TANIX TX9S - built forever TV box

 

Chipset Amlogic S912
Processor 6xCortex-A53, up to 2 GHz
Video adapter Mali-T820MP3 up to 750 MHz
RAM DDR3, 2 GB, 2133 MHz
Persistent memory EMMC Flash 8GB
ROM expansion Yes
Memory card support up to 32 GB (SD)
Wired network Yes, 1 Gbps
Wireless network Wi-Fi 2,4G GHz, IEEE 802,11 b / g / n
Bluetooth No
Operating system Android7.1
Update support No firmware
Interfaces HDMI, RJ-45, 2xUSB 2.0, DC
The presence of external antennas No
Digital panel No
Networking opportunities Standard multimedia set
Price 24-30 $

 

Again, TANIX TX9S is in the ranking of the best consoles of the budget class. Moreover, at a price 2 times cheaper than its competitors. It is worth noting that this is a full-fledged TV box for playing any video in Ultra HD (4K) format. There is no talk of toys. If you want to save money, buy the TANIX TX9S.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

Films from any source in the desired format is nonsense. The prefix is ​​omnivorous and ready for any wishes of the owner. Quality sound for a 5.1 or 7.1 system is not a question. According to the rating, the best budget TV boxes of 2020, the advantage could be safely given to this console. But. With games collapse. And because of this, TANIX products have an honorable 5th place.

Best Budget TV Boxes of 2020

If you do not pursue high performance, then you can easily find a solution in a budget class. Only 30-50 US dollars, and a great result for film lovers in 4K format. But buyers want more. Everyone wants the console to pull games with maximum settings. Just one question for you, dear readers - are you really ready to abandon the keyboard and mouse in favor of the gamepad?

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