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Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen): price, specs & release date
Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen), released 2022-10. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: developer.amazon.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) is listed at $139.99 on developer.amazon.com as of 2026-06-27, #12 cheapest of 13 streaming devices (median $49.99); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 21/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 16 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest streaming devices: Onn 4K Plus Streaming Device — $29.88
- Best for Fast octa-core processor: snappy menu navigation and quick app loads; Upgraded ports: built-in Ethernet, full USB-A, and an HDMI-in to connect other devices.
- Skip if Pricey versus cheaper Fire TV sticks; What Hi-Fi calls it double the Stick 4K Max for little extra payoff is a dealbreaker.
Is the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) a good buy?
At $140, the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) is #12 cheapest of the 13 streaming devices we track, where the median is $49.99. On the spec sheet, its storage of 16 GB is above the median of the 16.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on record1 tested · 2 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 3 physical metrics — youtube app open, disney plus app and peacock app open. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 2 other outlets have it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen)
Three whitelisted outlets reviewed the exact 2022 3rd-gen Fire TV Cube: Tom's Guide and Reviewed/USA Today hands-on (Oct 2022) and What Hi-Fi hands-on (May 2023). All praise the octa-core speed, the added HDMI-in/Ethernet/USB-A ports, the fabric redesign and hands-free Alexa that doubles as a smart speaker with the TV off. Tom's Guide and What Hi-Fi flag the price, with What Hi-Fi calling it double the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for little extra picture/sound payoff. Only Tom's Guide reported measured app-load times (YouTube 4s, Disney+ 5s, Peacock 6s).
Based on 3 reviews · 3 lab-tested · 2022-10-25–2023-05-01
Tested by Tom's Guide, What Hi-Fi, Reviewed
Consistently praised
- Fast octa-core processor: snappy menu navigation and quick app loads · 3 sources
- Upgraded ports: built-in Ethernet, full USB-A, and an HDMI-in to connect other devices · 3 sources
- Hands-free Alexa voice control; doubles as a smart speaker with the TV off · 3 sources
- Restyled fabric-wrapped design blends into a living room better than the old glossy plastic · 3 sources
- Broad app and streaming-service compatibility · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Pricey versus cheaper Fire TV sticks; What Hi-Fi calls it double the Stick 4K Max for little extra payoff · 2 sources
- Bundled remote is the basic Alexa Voice Remote, not the Voice Remote Pro (Reviewed)
- Super Resolution Upscaling delivers little visible benefit (Tom's Guide)
- Ad-heavy Fire OS home screen (Tom's Guide)
Where reviewers disagree Real split on picture quality. Tom's Guide found the Cube produces 'crisp and beautiful' video, but AV-specialist What Hi-Fi judged the image flat and 'not much better' than the half-price Fire TV Stick 4K Max. Super Resolution Upscaling also divides the two US outlets: Tom's Guide saw little improvement and questioned its value, while Reviewed said it 'generally... looks pretty good' and gets 'pretty darn close' to native 4K.
The sources (3)
YouTube app open time: 4 sec · Disney Plus app open time: 5 sec · Peacock app open time: 6 sec
Thanks to a new octa-core processor, the Fire TV Cube is one of the fastest streaming devices there is.
That said, it's still pricey, and I am not seeing the value in Super Resolution Upscaling.
The Fire TV interface may not be our favorite at Tom's Guide, but it's getting better. Our primary reason for not preferring the Amazon way is that it's full of ads.
The Fire TV Cube is about as feature packed as streaming devices can get.
the Fire TV Cube delivers a relatively flat and unengaging image that is not much better than that of the much cheaper Fire TV Stick 4K Max.
the Fire TV Cube did freeze and crash completely at one point during our testing
this is clearly the best streaming device for those deep in Amazon's ecosystem.
if this is Amazon's top-of-the-line streaming device, it should come with its top-of-the-line remote, the Alexa Voice Remote Pro.
they do not support passthrough at 120Hz, so they won't necessarily work great with the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5
Specifications
| Price (US) | $139.99 US launch MSRP; built-in 10/100 Ethernet port on device |
|---|---|
| Brand | Amazon |
| Released | 2022-10 |
| Max resolution | 4K |
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Processor | Amlogic POP1-G octa-core (4x 2.2 GHz + 4x 2.0 GHz) |
| Storage (GB) | 16 |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 6E |
| Remote voice | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes |
Source: developer.amazon.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by en.wikipedia.org. VERIFIED 2026-06-15: Amazon developer device-spec page confirmed for Fire TV Cube 3rd gen (released October 25 2022): Amlogic POP1-G octa-core (4x 2.2 + 4x 2.0 GHz), 2 GB LPDDR4 RAM, 16 GB storage, 4K, HDR10/HDR10+/HLG/Dolby Vision, WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax tri-band 2x2 MIMO (= WiFi 6E), and a built-in 10/100 Ethernet (RJ-45) port on the device. CORRECTION: ethernet was previously false with a claim that an adapter was bundled — the 3rd-gen Cube has a built-in RJ-45 Ethernet jack (a key generational upgrade that eliminated the adapter required on prior Cubes); corrected to ethernet=true. CORRECTION: HLG was omitted but Amazon's own spec lists HDR10/HDR10+/HLG/Dolby Vision; added. Alexa Voice Remote included; hands-free Alexa. Launch price $139.99 is the widely-reported figure.
Is the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) worth it vs cheaper streaming devices?
Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) against its closest cheaper and pricier streaming devices on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 13 ranked
| Product | Price | Max resolution | HDR formats | Processor | Storage (GB) | Wi-Fi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) this | $139.99 | 4K | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Amlogic POP1-G octa-core (4x 2.2 GHz + 4x 2.0 GHz) | 16 | WiFi 6E |
| Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) | $129 | 4K | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Apple A15 Bionic | 64 | WiFi 6 |
| Nvidia Shield TV Pro | $199.99 | 4K | Dolby Vision, HDR10 | Nvidia Tegra X1+ | 16 | WiFi 5 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen)?
Three whitelisted outlets reviewed the exact 2022 3rd-gen Fire TV Cube: Tom's Guide and Reviewed/USA Today hands-on (Oct 2022) and What Hi-Fi hands-on (May 2023). All praise the octa-core speed, the added HDMI-in/Ethernet/USB-A ports, the fabric redesign and hands-free Alexa that doubles as a smart speaker with the TV off. Tom's Guide and What Hi-Fi flag the price, with What Hi-Fi calling it double the Fire TV Stick 4K Max for little extra picture/sound payoff. Only Tom's Guide reported measured app-load times (YouTube 4s, Disney+ 5s, Peacock 6s). Praised: Fast octa-core processor: snappy menu navigation and quick app loads; Upgraded ports: built-in Ethernet, full USB-A, and an HDMI-in to connect other devices; Hands-free Alexa voice control; doubles as a smart speaker with the TV off; Restyled fabric-wrapped design blends into a living room better than the old glossy plastic; Broad app and streaming-service compatibility. Flagged: Pricey versus cheaper Fire TV sticks; What Hi-Fi calls it double the Stick 4K Max for little extra payoff; Bundled remote is the basic Alexa Voice Remote, not the Voice Remote Pro (Reviewed); Super Resolution Upscaling delivers little visible benefit (Tom's Guide); Ad-heavy Fire OS home screen (Tom's Guide); Mediocre, flat picture and lifeless sound vs Apple TV 4K (What Hi-Fi). (From 3 tester reviews, 3 lab-tested.)
How much does the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) cost?
The Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) has a US price of $139.99 (US launch MSRP; built-in 10/100 Ethernet port on device), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) compare on price?
At $140, the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) is #12 cheapest of the 13 streaming devices we track, where the median is $49.99.
When was the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) released?
The Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) was released 2022-10.
What are the Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen)'s key specs?
Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen) (Amazon): max resolution 4K, hdr formats Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG, processor Amlogic POP1-G octa-core (4x 2.2 GHz + 4x 2.0 GHz), storage gb 16, wifi WiFi 6E. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $139.99 at developer.amazon.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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Compare with
Cheaper streaming devices
- Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) $129
- Roku Ultra (2024) $99.99
- Google TV Streamer 4K $99.99
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen) $59.99
- Roku Streaming Stick 4K $49.99
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) $49.99
Step up
- Nvidia Shield TV Pro $199.99