Head-to-head · TVs & Projectors
Roku Ultra vs Chromecast
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: the Roku Ultra
- Roku Ultra scores higher in our testing (9.4 vs 9.2 out of 10).
- Roku Ultra has the better Amazon owner rating (4.7 vs 4.6 stars).
- Roku Ultra has far more owner reviews (27,773 vs 16,651), 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 | Roku Ultra | Chromecast |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 9.4 / 10 | 9.2 / 10 |
| Amazon rating | 4.7 (27,773) | 4.6 (16,651) |
| Brand | Roku | |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, USB | Bluetooth, Wireless |
| Resolution | 4k | 1080p |
| Supported Internet Services | Hulu, Netflix | Google TV |
| Controller Type | Remote Control, Voice Control | Voice Control |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 16 GB |
| Video Output Resolution | 3840x2160 pixels | 1080p HDR, 60 FPS pixels |
| Video Codec | H.264/AVC, H.265/HEVC | H.264 or H.265 (HEVC) |
| Connector Type | HDMI | HDMI |
| Compatible Devices | Television | Television |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ.
Choose the Roku Ultra if…
- you want the higher overall score in our testing
- owner satisfaction matters most (4.7 stars)
- connectivity technology of "Bluetooth, USB" fits your setup
- resolution of "4k" fits your setup
- supported internet services of "Hulu, Netflix" fits your setup
Choose the Chromecast if…
- connectivity technology of "Bluetooth, Wireless" fits your setup
- resolution of "1080p" fits your setup
- supported internet services of "Google TV" fits your setup
Roku Ultra
What we like
- Outrageously powerful: Enjoy a lightning-fast interface and channels like Sling, Hulu, Netflix, and Prime Video that launch in a snap on the fastest, most powerful Roku player ever
- Our best Wi-Fi: Enjoy fast, smooth TV streaming in any room in the house with our best Wi-Fi or choose to wire up over Ethernet
- Cinematic streaming: Roku Ultra is the centerpiece of your home theater with spectacular 4K and Dolby Vision picture plus immersive Dolby Atmos sound
- Find your lost remote: Simply press the button on your streaming device and your Roku remote will play a sound
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
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