ZIDOO Z10 TV box: home multimedia center
After reviewing the console Zidoo Z9S, it's time to get to know her older brother. The ZIDOO Z10 TV box is a high-tech multimedia center that aims to cover a larger segment of the set-top box market. Along with technical specifications and functionality, the TV box has a proportionally higher price. In the Chinese market, the prefix costs about 270 US dollars. Given the customs duty, the price of a multimedia device, in different countries of the world, can reach up to $ 300.
ZIDOO Z10 TV box: video review
The Technozon channel made a wonderful review of the set-top box, with which we invite the reader to familiarize themselves.
It is worth noting that the opinion on the TV box ZIDOO Z10 of the Technozon channel and the TeraNews portal may vary. The main thing is that the choice is always up to the buyer. Which, having studied the characteristics and watching the video, will make an informed decision.
ZIDOO Z10 TV Box: Specifications
| Chipset | Realtek RTD1296 |
| Processor | Cortex-A53, 4 cores up to 1.4 GHz |
| Video adapter | Mali T820 MP3 (4 cores up to 750MHz) |
| RAM | 2 GB (LPDDR4 3200 MHz) / (DDR3) |
| ROM | 16 GB (3D EMMC 5.0) |
| ROM expansion | Yes, USB Flash, SSD, HDD (3.5 ”or 2.5”) |
| Operating system | Android 7.1 + OpenWRT |
| Wired connection | Yes, RG-45, 10 / 100 / 1000Mbps |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 b / g / n / ac 2T2R, 2.4G / 5GHz Dual Band, Wi-Fi Bridge |
| Bluetooth | Yes, version 4.2 |
| Signal amplifier | Yes, 2 antennas for 5 dB |
| Interfaces | 1x HDMI Out 2.0a, 1x HDMI In 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, 1x RJ-45 1Gbs, S / PDIF (2.0 and 5.1), 1x CVBS composite audio / video, RS232, 2xSATA III (internal and external) , DC 12V |
| Memory cards | microSD 2.x / 3.x / 4.x, eMMC ver 5.0 |
| Video format support | 4K UltraHD, Full HD 1080P, HEVC / H.265, 3D |
| Player body material | Aviation aluminum |
| Охлаждение | Yes, active (side fan), there is a ventilation grill on the bottom |
| Network technologies | NAS, torrent client, Samba server |
| Price | 270-300 $ |
The most unpleasant moment that I had to face while studying the characteristics of the device is the complete lack of systematicity among sellers. Different stores have different specifications. And this is taking into account the fact that the product is identical for all markets. We took the characteristics from the official site - they are correct. Why sellers are lying to customers is unknown.
ZIDOO Z10 TV box: extreme caution won't hurt
Better to start with the fact that this is a full-featured media center. With the corresponding set of functions and the same huge dimensions. TV box do not hide behind the TV. This is a server that needs a special place for installation, which will normally cool. After all, otherwise, the prefix will not work properly.
For the gadget to function as a NAS server, you need UPS - you can do without. But, the specifics of any server is such that blackouts due to an accidental power outage will lead to the destruction of the drives installed inside. Given that the TV box works on the OpenWRT (Linux) operating system, this is very critical for hardware and software. And let hundreds of owners write that this is not so. With vast experience working with Linux-based servers and NAS, TeraNews team strongly recommends using a UPS with this TV box.
If you do not use the server features of the console, then there is no point in buying it at all. Literally for $ 80-100 you can take Beelink GT King or Ugoos AM6 Plus. And get maximum convenience in playing content and games. This should be known before buying. Otherwise, the buyer will simply throw money away.
ZIDOO Z10 Short Review
This is a really cool tv box. Starting with the stuffing responsible for performance, ending with ports and an excellent interface for convenient work with applications. All languages supported. For the Android 7 operating system, which seems like a weak link in the console, there are hundreds of interesting settings. This video and audio output to receivers and all kinds of combinations to ensure the quality of playback of content.
The OpenWRT system is configured remotely through a browser. Like on routers. If the user has experience in such settings manually, then starting the server will not be difficult. The rest will have to study the instructions. Fortunately, the developers took care of the customers. Everything is clear and does not cause problems.
Pleased with the quick playback of content from any sources. IPTV, torrent, YouTube - excellent reproduction in the best quality. Even with voluminous files (size under 100 GB) there will be no problems.
The concept of overheating for chips based on Realtek, and even with active cooling, is simply absent. In tests, performance drops were not noticed. Is that the processor warms up to 70 degrees Celsius.
Network interfaces work exceptionally well. Gigabit port and Wi-Fi are smart. This makes me happy.
Of the pleasant moments is the ability to reassign functionality to the buttons on the remote. ZIDOO Z10 TV box is convenient in everything - there is nothing to complain about. And interestingly, the console supports 3D. And not only supports, but is able to convert the image in both directions. The player is great in everything. This is a dream for a buyer who wants to get the maximum convenience in one device.