# Google TV Streamer 4K vs Nvidia Shield TV Pro: specs and price compared

A sourced, side-by-side comparison of the Google TV Streamer 4K (Google) and Nvidia Shield TV Pro (Nvidia) among streaming devices. Google TV Streamer 4K is the cheaper of the two at $99.99.

## Side by side

| Spec | Google TV Streamer 4K | Nvidia Shield TV Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US price | $99.99 | $199.99 |
| Brand | Google | Nvidia |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2019-10 |
| Max resolution | 4K | 4K |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10 |
| Processor | MediaTek MT8696 | Nvidia Tegra X1+ |
| Storage (GB) | 32 | 16 |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 5 | WiFi 5 |
| Remote voice | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |

## Key differences

- HDR formats: Google TV Streamer 4K Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG vs Nvidia Shield TV Pro Dolby Vision, HDR10
- Processor: Google TV Streamer 4K MediaTek MT8696 vs Nvidia Shield TV Pro Nvidia Tegra X1+
- Storage (GB): Google TV Streamer 4K 32 vs Nvidia Shield TV Pro 16

## What reviewers say

**Google TV Streamer 4K** — All four whitelisted, hands-on reviews survived verification (PCWorld, Engadget, Tom's Guide, What Hi-Fi). The one unanimous positive is the redesigned remote with its find-my-remote chime; three also value the smart-home control panel with Matter hub and Thread router. All four flag the doubled $100 price against cheaper Onn/Chromecast and premium Apple TV/Fire TV rivals. Verdicts split on speed and thin AI. (4 sourced reviews.)

**Nvidia Shield TV Pro** — Based on one whitelisted hands-on review (TechRadar). It calls the Nvidia Shield TV Pro the best streaming box on the market for its unrivalled 4K HDR playback, AI upscaling and gaming features, but flags weaker value now that the same price no longer includes the bundled controller. (1 sourced review.)

## Sources

- Google TV Streamer 4K: https://www.androidpolice.com/google-tv-streamer-review/ (androidpolice.com, verified 2026-06-15)
- Nvidia Shield TV Pro: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv-pro/ (nvidia.com, verified 2026-06-15)

Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/streaming-devices/google-tv-streamer-4k-vs-nvidia-shield-tv-pro-2019/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, Google TV Streamer 4K ($99.99) vs Nvidia Shield TV Pro ($199.99) — sourced spec-by-spec comparison at https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/streaming-devices/google-tv-streamer-4k-vs-nvidia-shield-tv-pro-2019/
License: CC BY 4.0.