Yes your right. That why I made a top chart video for every budget: - Under $50: ua-cam.com/video/ALpD-0AGHKM/v-deo.html - Under $100: ua-cam.com/video/9APECupmodc/v-deo.html - Over $100: ua-cam.com/video/NhaCGzBaDU0/v-deo.html
I have one question, for these boxes, can I watch local channels?..I heard its something like I need iptv sort off like that?...care to share how can it be done?
Great videos featuring the price ranges. Can you do the same for Game Controllers? Including evaluations on responsiveness and build quality as a couple of points to consider? Build quality being a point as 3 kids will be handling the controller.
Great list. Have you looked at the Skystream Two box? I am looking at it but have not seen any real reviews for it. Supposedly it is the competition for the Nvidia Shield.
The Nvidia Shield is just under double the price of the H96 Max. You could just get two of the H96 Max instead of the Nvidia Shield. Unless you are keen on gaming, even then I would argue to just save up and get the PS4 or Xbox One X.
Hi Chigz.... fabulously comprehensive reviews given all year round, thank you very much.... I've got the R99, bought a year ago, love it, very fast...... but could you clarify why it only made 5th spot, was it the over pricing? had it been 50 dollars cheaper would it have possibly made top 3? (btw the H96 was only put off from buying because of the overheating issues I read about!) Cheers, Anthony
Hey chigz great video as always :) do you plan on doing a review on the csa93 at all? Would love to see how it compares with the x92 as they are very similar.
I Know that Nvidia shield is Tru 4k but a little too pricey, is there another Tru 4k box out there? Many boxes are advertise as 4k but are really not! Thanks!
The shield costs the manufacturer no more to manufacture than the other boxes. It staying number one is the only reason that they are able to keep the price jacked up. If a manufacture was able to copy the specs and make the case a little different so that they can't get in trouble with copyrights then undercut the shield by selling theirs for a lower price they could still make a lot of money.
software support in the form of updates are also very important and Nvidia and Minix deserve a special mention in this regard, also the Shield runs Android TV which could be a deal breaker for some
Hi, Ur reviews rocks!!! If you would just add one small addition - an info whether these android boxes are hybrid (DVB-S/T/C) or not ...then the list would be perfect!! Thanks!
Yes they do, the actual chromecast feature is built into, Nvidia shield, MI BOX & Fire TV. For the rest of the android TV boxes, you need to refer to the reviews that I have done and tested a function called mirrcast, which is similar functionality to chromecast.
The only one designed for prolonged gaming is the Nvidia Shield TV. All the other Tv boxes run the risk of overheating as there is no proper cooling in these boxes. You can stream as much as you want and your good. If you game too much it will overheat.
Gearbest is doing H96 Max for 95 euro which is a great deal atm. Ebox is doing r99 for 134 euro. Do you think with 7.1 on r99 when ebox does make it, will it be better and worth it for that price?
Chigz Tech Reviews fair enough I got one recently ($170 Aus Dollar) new, to be able to play the new 4k ultra hd format as pc used to be the standard, but the blu-ray aliance basically said you have to upgrade everything to specific format to play it. Should solve all the playback formats.
Thanks for the great work. I bought the H96max a few months ago based on your review. A great box and fantastic value. Best one of the 3 I have had.
The Nvidia is always at the top of these lists but the price was very high for a long time and not sure if worth it for basic streaming needs
Yes your right. That why I made a top chart video for every budget:
- Under $50: ua-cam.com/video/ALpD-0AGHKM/v-deo.html
- Under $100: ua-cam.com/video/9APECupmodc/v-deo.html
- Over $100: ua-cam.com/video/NhaCGzBaDU0/v-deo.html
Yes i'm still using the max everyday. Im happy with it.
I have a business selling these. And these price range videos help me sell the best ones in every price range. Thanks chigz
Glad to hear, thanks for watching. 😎👍
Ordered H96 Max, what made it sweeter is the upgrade to Android 7.1.2
Yes absolutely, also I believe that they are being shipped out with android 7 now, which is awesome.
I have one question, for these boxes, can I watch local channels?..I heard its something like I need iptv sort off like that?...care to share how can it be done?
Nice one Chigz. I love my Minix U9-H but I also love my Zidoo H6 Pro, that's where the value is.
Yes your right and I love value.
As always another great review, thanks Chigz
Your welcome, thanks for watching. 😎👍
Great videos featuring the price ranges. Can you do the same for Game Controllers? Including evaluations on responsiveness and build quality as a couple of points to consider? Build quality being a point as 3 kids will be handling the controller.
Yes I will look into it. Thanks.
Great video thanks. I would have liked to see the benchmarks. Thanks
You can now access the complete benchmarks at chigztech.com
Great list. Have you looked at the Skystream Two box? I am looking at it but have not seen any real reviews for it. Supposedly it is the competition for the Nvidia Shield.
The Skystream looks good, but does not even come close to the Shield TV.
Good List and nice breakdown on ranking..
Glad you liked, thanks for watching.😎👍
The Nvidia Shield is just under double the price of the H96 Max. You could just get two of the H96 Max instead of the Nvidia Shield. Unless you are keen on gaming, even then I would argue to just save up and get the PS4 or Xbox One X.
Nvidia shield is currently on sale for 159 its the best time to buy it before it goes back to 200 again.
I guess you never used a shield before . The shield is in a class of its own
Great video! New sub. I think the amazon us link for the h96 is to the S912 chip though.
Thanks for letting me know, I have updated the link.
I agree with you, Nvidia Shield TV is the number one for me too. Have a nice day! 😊
Glad to hear, thanks for watching. 😎👍
Hi Chigz.... fabulously comprehensive reviews given all year round, thank you very much.... I've got the R99, bought a year ago, love it, very fast...... but could you clarify why it only made 5th spot, was it the over pricing? had it been 50 dollars cheaper would it have possibly made top 3? (btw the H96 was only put off from buying because of the overheating issues I read about!) Cheers, Anthony
Hey chigz great video as always :) do you plan on doing a review on the csa93 at all? Would love to see how it compares with the x92 as they are very similar.
I will look into it, thanks.
Chigz Tech Reviews Thanks
I Know that Nvidia shield is Tru 4k but a little too pricey, is there another Tru 4k box out there? Many boxes are advertise as 4k but are really not! Thanks!
Just in time chigz! Im on the market buy one ... this list is a big help! Thanks mate!
Your welcome, glad you liked, thanks for watching. 😎👍
Was thinking about the h96 Max but the h96 pro plus and the h96 pro dongle are still working great for me.
I have found H96 to be quite a reliable brand.
I have an Nvidia Shield, I love it so much I am about to get another one... the King
I had one and gave it away. Will be another one soon :)
Hurry up they are cheaper now!!! @chigz
Great video.. Can we get a video of mostly used Android apps for the TV box please
Yes I have that in mind, its coming soon.
I want to ask if the update on the h96max is OTA or you install it with your own risk
You have it install manually and I already made a video to help: ua-cam.com/video/Vr4W-ufPD6o/v-deo.html
Hey! Chigz, would you prefer a 4K Mini PC to the NVIDIA Shield?
No shield is much better.
Chigz Tech Reviews Thanks a million. 👍🏼
Your welcome.
The shield costs the manufacturer no more to manufacture than the other boxes. It staying number one is the only reason that they are able to keep the price jacked up. If a manufacture was able to copy the specs and make the case a little different so that they can't get in trouble with copyrights then undercut the shield by selling theirs for a lower price they could still make a lot of money.
Yes im waiting for that to happen. Shield is a tough one as it uses a very powerful CPU made by themselves so difficult to copy or even match up to.
Bro. Nvidea is no 1. I do agree with you. Thats great video
Thanks bro, yes Nvidia is great. I hope Nvidia make something new in 2018.
Gearbest or banggood? Which is more reliable and are they safe to use?
They are both great, ordered 100s of items from both. Never had an issue. Delivery can take up-to 15 working days but its worth the wait.
Chigz Tech Reviews can you add an external hard drive via usb and make it internal storage like you can with nvidia shield
software support in the form of updates are also very important and Nvidia and Minix deserve a special mention in this regard, also the Shield runs Android TV which could be a deal breaker for some
I love Minix but their U9H is still on android v6. It would be nice if they provided an android 7 update.
When the h96 max came out a fair few reviewers trashed it. Have updates resolved the compatibility problems with the rockchip soc?
Yes its totally resolved, its been my daily driver for many months now. I made a video on the update too.
Hi, Ur reviews rocks!!! If you would just add one small addition - an info whether these android boxes are hybrid (DVB-S/T/C) or not ...then the list would be perfect!!
Thanks!
Thanks for the suggestion, I have added that info in the description now and will be making a top hybrid TV box video soon.
On the boxes that have the hard drive ports. Can you add the hd and format it as internal storage?
Yes you can.
Chigz Tech Reviews awesome.
AGAIN? Which box would you recommend as being a Tru 4k box?
The only True 4K TV boxes are: Nvidia Shield, Xiaomi Mi Box, Fire TV.
Chigz Tech Reviews Thanks for the information.. appreciate it☺
Good one man 👍. You have any plan to buy/get a review unit of 360 N6Pro . It's a kool phone ,but lil difficult to get it outside china.
I will look into it, thanks for watching.
thanks for this video mate...quick query...does any of this come with inbuilt chrome cast functionality like the MiBox?
Yes they do, the actual chromecast feature is built into, Nvidia shield, MI BOX & Fire TV.
For the rest of the android TV boxes, you need to refer to the reviews that I have done and tested a function called mirrcast, which is similar functionality to chromecast.
Chigz Tech Reviews thanks for your response bro.. Appreciated 👍
pls point me to your review of the miracast functionality?
Hi chigz . Can I upgrade the h96 max to latest 7.1 and how please thanks
I made a video on this: ua-cam.com/video/Vr4W-ufPD6o/v-deo.html
Cheers Chigz, great review.👍👍
Glad you liked, thanks for watching. 😎👍
Which 3 are the best for gaming?
The only one designed for prolonged gaming is the Nvidia Shield TV. All the other Tv boxes run the risk of overheating as there is no proper cooling in these boxes. You can stream as much as you want and your good. If you game too much it will overheat.
Have u a Link for the H96 (the 2nd place) for the Fans from Austria and Germany ?
One Amazon de link would be great 👍
Here you go: goo.gl/AsVkZC
Chigz Tech Reviews thx Man U are the best 👍
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Bro you are greattttttttttt I love your videos
Glad you liked, thanks for watching. 😎👍
Gearbest is doing H96 Max for 95 euro which is a great deal atm. Ebox is doing r99 for 134 euro. Do you think with 7.1 on r99 when ebox does make it, will it be better and worth it for that price?
I personally use the H96 Max I use it every day. Yes if ebox do 7.1 it will be as good as the max.
I think I'll go with the h96 max as its a 40 euro price difference that's too good to pass.
Good choice 🎅🏽👍
So is the 2014 MacBook Air i5 4gig of ram. Is it as powerful as the shield.
I believe the MacBook should be more powerful.
Bro h96max can perform high graphic games smothly plzzzzzzzzzzzz reply bro
Yes it can.
No love for the H6 pro?
I love the H6 Pro, but this video is for the TV boxes price over $100.
Awesome video thanks.
Your welcome, thanks for watching.
Why is the yundoo 8 box not on list
Yundoo has been a huge let down and the box did not make this top 10.
Thanks because after your review I bought one. Thanks for wasting my money
Haha damn that's funny
what about the egreat
The egreat is a specialised box and its not for everyone, I could not add it to this top 10 as it was too expensive to begin with.
Chigz Tech Reviews fair enough I got one recently ($170 Aus Dollar) new, to be able to play the new 4k ultra hd format as pc used to be the standard, but the blu-ray aliance basically said you have to upgrade everything to specific format to play it. Should solve all the playback formats.
H96 MAX is $122 on Gearbest. You can get it for $111 if you go back to Chigz review as he posts a voucher.
Thanks for sharing.
I love my nvidia shield its a beast
Agreed 😎👍
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