Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024)
Which should you buy? · Updated June 2026
Short answer: If you're choosing between the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) and the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024), the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) scores higher on our bench (4.3 vs 4.2), so it's our overall pick of the two. The Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) is the value pick: it is $10 cheaper and still the higher-rated box. Here's how they compare spec by spec.
| Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 4.3 | 4.2 |
| Price | $49 | $59 |
| Released | 2023 | 2023 |
| Chipset | Quad-core | MediaTek MT7921LS quad-core 1.8 GHz |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| OS | Roku OS | Fire OS |
| Max output | 4K @ 60fps | 4K @ 60fps |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos (passthrough) | Dolby Atmos |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band) | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ports | HDMI 2.0, USB (power) | HDMI 2.1, Micro-USB (power) |
| Remote | Roku Voice Remote | Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced |
Where the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) wins
- Price: $49
Where the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) wins
- RAM: 2 GB
- Storage: 16 GB
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) is the better all-rounder at 4.3/5. If you're watching the budget, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) saves you $10 and covers the essentials. Read the full Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) review or Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) review for the hands-on detail, or open them in the interactive comparison.
Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024): FAQ
Which is better, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) or the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024)?
The Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) rates higher (4.3 vs 4.2/5) and is our overall pick.
Is the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2024) worth the extra $10 over the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023)?
Only for its specific advantages (ram, storage, connectivity): on our bench the cheaper Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) actually rates higher. Otherwise the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) covers the basics for less.