NVIDIA Shield TV or Apple TV 4K: Which should you buy?There are many ways to stream 4K content in 2018, but NVIDIA and Apple have separated from the pack with their capable set top boxes that do it all. Here's how they stack up against each other and a guide to figuring out which works best for you.
NVIDIA Shield TV
Best Android TV box
$149 at Amazon
Pros
Best support for Google apps and services (Google Play, Google Assistant etc.)
Also a capable gaming console
Expandable storage
Support for 4K and HDR content
Cons
No support for Dolby Vision
Doesn't ship with an HDMI cable
The NVIDIA Shield TV will cruise into 2019 as the best streaming box running Android — partially because there really isn't any serious competition, but also because it's built a top-notch streaming box that basically does it all.
Apple TV 4K
Good for pretty much anyone
$179 at Amazon
Pros
Best support for Apple apps and services
Great for mirroring content from other Apple devices
Shows and movies look absolutely stunning on 4K TVs
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NVIDIA Shield TV or Apple TV 4K: Which should you buy?
