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Roku Ultra (2024) vs Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023)

Which should you buy? · Updated June 2026

Short answer: If you're choosing between the Roku Ultra (2024) and the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023), the Roku Ultra (2024) scores higher on our bench (4.5 vs 4.3), so it's our overall pick of the two. The Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) is the value pick: it is $50 cheaper. Here's how they compare spec by spec.

Roku Ultra (2024) Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023)
Our score 4.5 4.3
Price $99 $49
Released 2024 2023
Chipset Quad-core Quad-core
RAM 2 GB 1 GB
Storage 8 GB 4 GB
OS Roku OS Roku OS
Max output 4K @ 60fps 4K @ 60fps
HDR Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG
Audio Dolby Atmos, DTS Dolby Atmos (passthrough)
Connectivity Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, Ethernet Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band)
Ports HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, USB-A HDMI 2.0, USB (power)
Remote Roku Voice Remote Pro (2nd gen) Roku Voice Remote

Where the Roku Ultra (2024) wins

  • Released: 2024
  • RAM: 2 GB
  • Storage: 8 GB
  • Audio: Dolby Atmos, DTS
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, Ethernet

Where the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) wins

  • Price: $49
// Bottom line

The Roku Ultra (2024) is the better all-rounder at 4.5/5. If you're watching the budget, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) saves you $50 and covers the essentials. Read the full Roku Ultra (2024) review or Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) review for the hands-on detail, or open them in the interactive comparison.

// FAQ

Roku Ultra (2024) vs Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023): FAQ

Which is better, the Roku Ultra (2024) or the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023)?

The Roku Ultra (2024) rates higher (4.5 vs 4.3/5) and is our overall pick. But the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) costs $50 less, so it's the better value if budget matters most.

Is the Roku Ultra (2024) worth the extra $50 over the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023)?

Yes if you want the higher-rated box: the Roku Ultra (2024) scores 4.5 vs 4.3. Otherwise the Roku Streaming Stick 4K (2023) covers the basics for less.

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