Channel TECHNOZON: Full review of the UGOOS X3 Pro 4/32 TV box
The Amlogic S905X3 processor is actively used by manufacturers of TV set-top boxes. Because in terms of performance, the new chip meets all user tasks. From video processing to resource-intensive games. There is only one problem – most products on the market, installing a powerful chip, forget about the demanded functionality. Some install an “ancient” 100 Mbps network adapter, others skimp on USB 3.0. Poor cooling, lack of HDCP2.2 or HDR – various shortcomings constantly appear on their own. The UGOOS X3 Pro 4/32 TV box based on the Amlogic S905X3 is designed to solve all consumer tasks. The company’s engineers studied the market and offered a very attractive product.
UGOOS X3 Pro 4/32 TV box: specifications
| Chip | Amlogic S905X3 |
| Processor | ARM Cortex-A55 (4 cores, 1.9 GHz) |
| RAM | LPDDR4-3200 SDRAM 4 GB |
| Built-in storage | EMMC Flash 32 GB |
| Graphics processor | ARM G31 MP2 GPU |
| OS | Android 9.0 |
| Wired connection | LAN Ethernet RJ45 1 Gbps |
| Wireless networks | 2.4G/5 GHz dual-band WiFi (with antenna), Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Interfaces | HDMI 2.1, S/PDIF, LAN, IR port, AV-OUT, USB 2.0 and 3.0, TF slot |
| HDCP support | Yes, version 2.2 |
| HDR | HLG / HDR10 / 10+ Dolby Vision, TCH PRIME |
| Video decoder | H.265, VP9, AVS2 up to 4K p75 10-bit H.264 4K p30 |
| Superuser rights | Full: SuperSU, Silent |
| Server settings | Yes: Samba, NFS, CIFS |
In terms of functionality and ease of setup, the TV BOX significantly differs from similar set-top boxes of other brands. The management menu is very flexible and allows fine-tuning not only the TV box but also connected equipment. More detailed information can be found in the review below.
Advantages of the UGOOS X3 Pro set-top box
For any owner of a modern TV, the priority is always the quality of video content transmission. A 4K movie with HDR support should play smoothly, both from an external disk and from the internet. The UGOOS X3 Pro set-top box handles this task well. Torrent, streaming – large files (50-80 GB) are played back perfectly without any inconvenience.
The second criterion for buyers is throttling during overheating. The Amlogic S905X3 chip heats up to 60-70 degrees Celsius. But this does not interfere with the set-top box in operation. According to tests (see review), the TV box can confidently be called “cool.” Neither IPTV nor resource-intensive games managed to “kill” the processor or memory. And that’s very good.
Convenient control. Excellent thought-out connection of remote controls, mobile devices, and joysticks to the set-top box. There are many options allowing for fine-tuning any equipment. You can even synchronize the control of the set-top box with the TV. This is very convenient when there are many devices in the house and several remote controls at hand.
Integration with any equipment. Note that almost all modern set-top boxes and TVs are equipped with digital audio output (S/PDIF). Connecting active speakers or an old home theater is impossible. Users find out about the problem only after purchasing the equipment. They start inventing options – buying a DAC or HDMI to RCA adapter, upgrading the receiver. With the UGOOS X3 Pro 4/32 TV box, no manipulations are required.
The set-top box already has both digital and analog audio and video outputs. Unfortunately, the AV cable is not included in the kit. But buying a consumable will cost significantly less than upgrading or purchasing a DAC.
