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TSrenyyz
post Aug 11 2024, 10:12 AM, updated 2y ago

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As long as its support 4k, can play YouTube, Netflix, prime, Web browser and no lag.
soul78
post Aug 11 2024, 10:58 AM

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why not just buy an Asus PN51 (RYZEN7)

it's way faster than your tvbox..

if your just using the above apps..
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post Aug 11 2024, 11:14 AM

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QUOTE(soul78 @ Aug 11 2024, 11:58 AM)
why not just buy an Asus PN51 (RYZEN7)

it's way faster than your tvbox..

if your just using the above apps..
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price?

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post Aug 11 2024, 11:18 AM

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QUOTE(Singh93 @ Aug 11 2024, 11:14 AM)
price?
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about 2.5k
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post Aug 11 2024, 11:49 AM

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QUOTE(soul78 @ Aug 11 2024, 12:18 PM)
about 2.5k
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lol this ain't cheap
PRSXFENG
post Aug 11 2024, 06:45 PM

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Maybe something like a MECOOL KM2 Plus DELUXE?

will do everything you want

But I am ignoring the web browser requirement as its... not a good experience on any android tv device

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post Aug 11 2024, 07:01 PM

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QUOTE(Singh93 @ Aug 11 2024, 11:49 AM)
lol this ain't cheap
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might as well buy a smart tv
Allin one
Scissorshand
post Aug 16 2024, 07:45 AM

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Got this to replace my sister’s box which does not have certified Netflix.

She using a very reliable Panasonic plasma 43” in her studio apartment

Installed some small app and the box works well… may give a try as it cost $220 incl shipping


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andrekua2
post Aug 16 2024, 08:28 AM

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QUOTE(renyyz @ Aug 11 2024, 10:12 AM)
As long as its support 4k, can play YouTube, Netflix, prime, Web browser and no lag.
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Take a look at those Intel N100 or N97 mini pc. I'm using it to replace my pc at office and home. Bought another gaming laptop for my son instead.

Idling at 6w, max 30w or so (can be adjusted in bios from 15w/25w/35w). Equivalent to 6th Gen Intel. Support AV1. You wont even mind leaving it on 24/7 with 6w idling consumption. Between RM580-700 depending on lazada/shopee with the right discount voucher during double date, 15th or 25th monthly sale.

The only weakness is the wifi card. If you use LAN, then its fine. Dual 1G LAN, dual/triple HDMI output. 12GB DDR5 with N97 and 16GB DDR5 with N100.

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SUSheadache
post Aug 20 2024, 01:09 PM

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Just get one of those cheap Netflix & Prime, Google certified Box.

Onn 4K, Mecool KM2 Plus, Kinhank G1, KickPi KP1.

Install Brave browser via Google Play.

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post Aug 26 2024, 11:48 PM

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QUOTE(headache @ Aug 20 2024, 01:09 PM)
Just get one of those cheap Netflix & Prime, Google certified Box.

Onn 4K, Mecool KM2 Plus, Kinhank G1, KickPi KP1.

Install Brave browser via Google Play.
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My budget around 200++, so my choice is onn 4k 2023, mecool and kickpi. Which one is better? If all same, my choice is onn 4k 2023 since it's cheaper.
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post Aug 27 2024, 08:23 AM

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Hmm...of the three,

Mecool has the best CPU and the best for games too but u'll need an xbox controller. Slightly Dodgy HDR due to software.

Onn 4K is the best value for your stated purposes but is twice the price here compared to walmart.
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Tanix Kickpi KP1 is cheaper on Aliexpress. Have USB-C. Bigger ROM. Similar CPU to Onn 4K.

Cons. All do not support Dolby Vision (double the money), no WiFi 6 and only have 100MB ethernet (as most netflix certified box).

Get a BT airmouse to browse and navigate better.

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QUOTE(renyyz @ Aug 26 2024, 11:48 PM)
My budget around 200++, so my choice is onn 4k 2023, mecool and kickpi. Which one is better? If all same, my choice is onn 4k 2023 since it's cheaper.
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post Aug 27 2024, 08:24 AM

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QUOTE(PRSXFENG @ Aug 11 2024, 06:45 PM)
Maybe something like a MECOOL KM2 Plus DELUXE?

will do everything you want

But I am ignoring the web browser requirement as its... not a good experience on any android tv device
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Web browser for streaming tv3.. Haha
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post Aug 27 2024, 08:54 AM

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QUOTE(renyyz @ Aug 27 2024, 08:24 AM)
Web browser for streaming tv3.. Haha
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post Nov 1 2024, 08:35 PM

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QUOTE(Scissorshand @ Aug 16 2024, 07:45 AM)
Got this to replace my sister’s box which does not have certified Netflix.

She using a very reliable Panasonic plasma 43” in her studio apartment

Installed some small app and the box works well… may give a try as it cost $220 incl shipping
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Where you order? Aliexpress or Lazada/Shopee?

Ali seems a bit cheaper but fear MY custom will cause trouble.


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post Nov 1 2024, 11:24 PM

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QUOTE(WhatMan @ Nov 1 2024, 08:35 PM)
Where you order? Aliexpress or Lazada/Shopee?

Ali seems a bit cheaper but fear MY custom will cause trouble.
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Shopee
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post Nov 4 2024, 08:24 AM

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Sorry borrow thread, the other dedicated thread like being abandon.
Requirement : RM150 max
FHD only , android 9 also can just for
Apps like Youtube vance , kodi , must be smooth on web browser.
Can mirror Phone to android box.

Must have bluetooth , enough power for usb 2.5 HDD.2 usb port.Can split audio to speaker while HDMI to TV , then can off the LED TV while listening to music or have blueooth to connection to speaker.
wifi or lan also can.

PRSXFENG andrekua2

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post Nov 4 2024, 11:33 AM

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QUOTE(Maxieos @ Nov 4 2024, 08:24 AM)
Sorry borrow thread, the other dedicated thread like being abandon.
Requirement : RM150 max
FHD only , android 9 also can just for
Apps like Youtube vance , kodi , must be smooth on web browser.
Can mirror Phone to android box.

Must have bluetooth , enough power for usb 2.5 HDD.2 usb port.Can split audio to speaker while HDMI to TV , then can off the LED TV while listening to music or have blueooth to connection to speaker.
wifi or lan also can.

PRSXFENG andrekua2
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My apologies... I have given up on Android box since a few years ago. I just couldnt understand why Android box is lagging so far behind when Android phone has so many powerful SoC at affordable price. Most of them still suck at 2GB RAM.
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post Nov 4 2024, 05:21 PM

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QUOTE(Maxieos @ Nov 4 2024, 08:24 AM)
Sorry borrow thread, the other dedicated thread like being abandon.
Requirement : RM150 max
FHD only , android 9 also can just for
Apps like Youtube vance , kodi , must be smooth on web browser.
Can mirror Phone to android box.

Must have bluetooth , enough power for usb 2.5 HDD.2 usb port.Can split audio to speaker while HDMI to TV , then can off the LED TV while listening to music or have blueooth to connection to speaker.
wifi or lan also can.

PRSXFENG andrekua2
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web browser is a tough requirement, the limited specs makes it a struggle

I do not have any recommendations at this time
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post Nov 5 2024, 07:00 AM

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QUOTE(andrekua2 @ Nov 4 2024, 11:33 AM)
My apologies... I have given up on Android box since a few years ago. I just couldnt understand why Android box is lagging so far behind when Android phone has so many powerful SoC at affordable price. Most of them still suck at 2GB RAM.
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I guess most Android box are solely for watch a single video app which don't even require any extra performance.4K any geekbench 6 of 150-300 is enough.No multitasking , I don't see anyone gaming using an android box , maybe retro.

No demand = no upgrade.During covid , there are a high demand on android box 2020 all 2GB consider a lot and most phone during 2020 is just 3-4GB.
but now stop at 2GB since no demand except demand on 8k.

I just need one for youtube vance , kodi and browser.If can dual output splitting audio to speaker or bluetooth to speaker and Mirror screen.
QUOTE(PRSXFENG @ Nov 4 2024, 05:21 PM)
web browser is a tough requirement, the limited specs makes it a struggle

I do not have any recommendations at this time
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Browser max only 1080p on youtube.You know youtube on desktop have more function like searching within channel.There is no youtube apps that can search video within channel except for browser base.

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