**Onn Google TV 4K Streaming Box Review: “Puck of All Trades”
Intro
When Full HD’s not enough, the 4K Box steps in—still Walmart-priced at ~$20–30. Looks like a hockey puck, works like a mini-Hulu+Netflix+Google mash‑up. But does it melt your wallet—or your eyes?
📦 Setup: “Hockey Puck Therapy”
Puck goes on table, HDMI cables snakes around—no hiding behind the TV. Micro‑USB or USB‑C power—fine. Google account needed again—privacy, who? Score: 7/10
📺 Features/Selection: “Armory of Apps”
Supports HDR (sometimes negative Dolby Vision–less), 800+ free channels, all major apps. A Tom’s Guide favorite for under $30. If you don’t care Dolby Vision, this puppy is gold. Score: 9/10
🕹️ User Interface: “Google TV Overdrive”
It’s the same busy but helpful interface—endless scrolls of suggestions. Keeps your ADHD busy. ROM of clutter, but you can hide services. Score: 7/10
💰 Price: “Dirt Cheap, Dirtier Interface”
$19.88 MSRP — you’re practically stealing. Cheaper than renting a movie these days. And for what it does: 4K streaming with Google smarts? Insane. Score: 10/10
🔌 Performance: “Puck That Packs Power”
Quad-core Amlogic chip, 2GB RAM: zippy app loads, rare stutters. No Dolby Vision on the base, but HD and HDR10 still shine. Occasional pairing glitches, but nothing major. Score: 8/10
🎯 Final Verdict: Score 8.5/10
A blisteringly good bargain—only let down by its puck shape and missing Dolby Vision. But for 4K fans counting pennies: 🏆
“Cheaper—and almost equal—to Chromecast without feeling like you’re using a potato.”
💥 Side-by-Side Comparison
Feature
Full HD Stick (~$20)
4K Box (~$20–30)
Resolution
1080p HD
4K + HDR10 (no Dolby Vision)
Storage/RAM
~1–2 GB/8 GB
2 GB RAM/16 GB storage
Ports
HDMI, USB power
HDMI, micro‑USB/USB‑C
Remote
Basic Google remote
Button-packed same remote
Best For
Guest rooms, HD TVs
Budget 4K upgrades, standard TVs
Major Con
Not future‑proof for 4K
Missing Dolby Vision, puck shape
🧨 Final Verdict
For HD lovers & budget rooms: The Full HD stick is a steal—simple, reliable, and absolutely affordable.
For 4K seekers: The puck‑box 4K delivers next‑level visuals with Google TV smarts—all for pennies.