![]() ![]() But from there, the differences become blatantly apparent as to which is the streaming dongle and which is the streaming console. If you care most about Dolby Vision and Atmos, the Chromecast Ultra offers better support for both while the Roku Ultra only supports Atmos on certain apps and services. ![]() Instead, I'll focus on the features of each platform itself so you can get a better idea of what each has to offer.īoth Roku and Google offer support for 4K and HDR content, so we're even through one round. Given that the Chromecast Ultra isn't built with traditional streaming box hardware, I'm just going to forgo comparing the traditional technical specs because that would be pretty pointless. I still love Chromecast for the simple reason of not having to deal with a remote in the first place, but aside from maybe the new NVIDA Shield remote, the Roku remote is really comfortable to use with well-designed features that make it one of the best accessories for cord-cutters. I'm also the type of person that's always misplacing remotes around the house, so this is definitely a feature I appreciate and especially so thanks to Roku's simple implementation. Simply press the remote icon button on the top of the Roku Ultra, and the remote will chirp so you can save it from between the couch cushions. Roku also includes a pair of JBL earbuds, which is a nice bonus.īut perhaps most important of all is the remote finder feature. It's a nice compact size with smart features like two programmable buttons, a built-in microphone for voice searches, and a headphone jack for late-night Netflix binges that won't wake the whole house. I'm no fan of adding more remote controls to my living room table, but I would make an exception for the Roku Ultra remote. ![]() There's no internal storage available for your own media, but you do get supports for removable storage via USB and microSDīut really, the Roku Ultra's best feature also happens to be the biggest differentiator between the Chromecast and Roku platforms - the physical remote control. It needs to be stated that the Roku Ultra is plenty powerful, boasting a quad-core processor that lets it stream content in 4K and HDR with ease (although the lack of support for Dolby Vision support will be a disappointment for some). Source: Phil Nickinson / Cordcutters (Image credit: Phil Nickinson / Cordcutters) ![]()
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