Head-to-head · TVs & Projectors
Chromecast vs Roku Streaming Stick 4K 2022
Two of the most-reviewed tvs & projectors on Amazon.com, compared on our score, owner ratings and the specs that actually differ. Prices are not printed because they change daily; the buttons open the live listings.
Our verdict: it is close
- Chromecast has far more owner reviews (16,651 vs 4,090), so its rating is the more reliable one.
Scores are ours (out of 10); ratings and review counts are pulled from Amazon.com at import time.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Chromecast | Roku Streaming Stick 4K 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 9.2 / 10 | 9.2 / 10 |
| Amazon rating | 4.6 (16,651) | 4.6 (4,090) |
| Brand | Roku | |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wireless | Wi-Fi |
| Video Output Resolution | 1080p HDR, 60 FPS pixels | 3840x2160 |
| Video Codec | H.264 or H.265 (HEVC) | H.265/HEVC, Dolby Vision |
| Connector Type | HDMI | HDMI |
| Controller Type | Voice Control | Voice Control |
| Compatible Devices | Television | Television |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ.
Choose the Chromecast if…
- connectivity technology of "Bluetooth, Wireless" fits your setup
- video output resolution of "1080p HDR, 60 FPS pixels" fits your setup
- video codec of "H.264 or H.265 (HEVC)" fits your setup
Choose the Roku Streaming Stick 4K 2022 if…
- connectivity technology of "Wi-Fi" fits your setup
- video output resolution of "3840x2160" fits your setup
- video codec of "H.265/HEVC, Dolby Vision" fits your setup
Chromecast
What we like
- Watch the entertainment you love, including live TV, in up to 4K HDR[1,2,3]; discover over 700,000 movies and TV episodes, plus millions of songs[2]
- Get fast streaming, and enjoy a crystal clear picture up to 4K and brighter colors with HDR[3]
- Your home screen displays movies and TV shows from all your services in one place; get personal recommendations based on your subscriptions, viewing habits, and content you own
- Press the Google Assistant[4] button on the remote and use voice search to find specific shows, or search by mood, genre, actress, and more; control the volume, switch inputs, play music, and get answers, hands-free
Roku Streaming Stick 4K 2022
What we like
- More powerful than ever with super-fast startup
- Stream Roku Originals and 200+ Live TV channels on The Roku Channel
- Long-range Wi-Fi, now up to 2x faster
- Share videos, photos, and music from your Apple device using AirPlay
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