Testseek.com have collected 331 expert reviews of the NVIDIA Shield TV and the average rating is 84%. Scroll down and see all reviews for NVIDIA Shield TV .
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The editors liked
A premium spec and finish Android TV Set top box
Inclusion of additional gamer focused content and features
4K video out of the box
Easy to use UI with access to a vast (paid) media library
GeForce NOW opens up the ecosystem to so many games
Stylish
Fast and responsive hardware
4K HDR streaming
Brilliant design
Supports AAA games and remote play
Supports 4K content
Powerful components
Sleek design
Great game selection
Stellar performance
Great aesthetics and design
Slim enough to fit anywhere
Great peripherals
Strong lineup of streaming services
Better video and audio upscale than msot TVs
Adds Google/Android TV 11 to any TV
Upgradeable OS and Firmware
Nvidia GameStream supports up to 4K@50/60fps from a suitable PC
Huge user base community support
Small and sleek design
Easy-to-use interface
Versatile streaming all kinds of content
Impressive gaming device
The editors didn't like
Price
If the gaming features are not for you
Limited app catalog on Android TV at this stage
Bandwidth limitations can significantly affect the experience
No free-to-air TV built into the box
Asus/Android controllers don't work with most Nvidia games
No power off button (I blame YouTube autoplay for this con)
Android TV needs to be smarter
Still needs more apps and live TV
File management is problematic
More expensive than competitors
Android TV prioritizes Google Play
Deep search functionality is uneven
Gaming features depend on internet
Problematic wireless performance
Some features flat out don't work
Your mileage may vary
32-bit Android is slower – the Pro runs at 64-bit
GeForce Now really depends on NBN ping times and latency
Can be slow changing between Apps
For more experienced users capable of getting the most out of it
The Shield TV is undeniably the best-equipped media streamer out there, but Android TV is still a limiting factor. There are far cheaper alternatives out there that will happily get Netflix and more to your television, if that's all you're after. Even Chr...
Insanely powerful hardware, Brilliant controller, Perfect for emulation, Great for streaming 4K video
Limited selection of software and apps, GeForce Now subscription lacks new titles, Remote costs extra
The Shield Android TV console is without a doubt a cutting-edge piece of hardware, and the fact that Nvidia doesn't have to worry about throttling its power to maintain battery life or keep the temperature down (incidentally the unit has a fan, but it's...
Exceptional power, Great connectivity, Proper 24p Support, HDMI 2.0 output, Unrivalled gaming experience in sector, GeForce NOW is amazing, Great KODI integration that's getting better, 7.1 HD audio pass-through, Excellent manufacturer support
Lack of native apps, (Temporary) Colour Space Issue, No TV remote and optional one is pricey, Audio drop-outs with less sensitive headphones, Some will think it expensive
The NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV emerges in to a product sector that is gaining favour with manufacturers and consumers alike. Apple, Amazon and Roku have all released – or are about to – very similar devices to the SHIELD TV. They are designed as a one-stop-...
Published: 2015-10-04, Author: Richard , review by: eurogamer.net
As with all of the Shield devices released to date, Nvidia has once again released a brilliant, state-of-the-art piece of hardware that's full of potential, but similarly, just like the Shield Tablet, there's the sense that the software isn't there to mak...
Published: 2015-10-01, Author: Dave , review by: T3.com
The Android TV SHIELD console is an impressive, powerful, angular, little device. But it's sure got an uphill battle on its hands.Apple and Amazon are by far the bigger names and their respective set-top boxes will undoubtedly garner more sales, despite b...
4K video at 60fps via HDMI 2.0, BBC iPlayer on an Android TV box, the best cloud gaming platform around, Tegra X1 processor ensures unparalleled performance, Google Cast abilities, voice commands and search, Game Controller included
No remote control in the box, Android TV is still lacking in app support for many big name services, gamer-friendly looks are an acquired taste
Number of Android TV-supported apps aside, the Nvidia Shield Android TV is the best media streamer out there bar none. There are devices that profess to offer more content and channels, such as those by Roku, but when it comes down to it there are o...
Published: 2015-06-06, Author: Nick , review by: techradar.com
Powerful components, Sleek design, Great game selection
More expensive than competitors, Android TV prioritizes Google Play
The Nvidia Shield is an awesome gaming system, but a mediocre set-top box. It's able to deliver stunning 4K content to your living room TV without breaking a sweat, but is ultimately limited by Android TV's lack of native apps and penchant for paid conten...
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Published: 2015-05-29, Author: Sean , review by: gizmodo.co.uk
Do you really need a media streamer? Do you want to spend an extra couple of hundred to make sure it's a media streamer that plays a tiny collection of Android games really, really well? (Are you sure you don't just want to buy a more capable Xbox One or...
The Nvidia Shield Android TV streaming box offers best-in-class hardware, connectivity and gaming capabilities. It works with 4K streaming services including Netflix and YouTube. The Android TV platform delivers good conversational voice search from the i
It's more expensive than any other streamer and doesn't include a remote, aside from the game controller. Native app selection is still weaker than that of Roku, Apple TV and Amazon Fire TV. The menu system seems designed to push users toward Google's med
While the Nvidia Shield's 4K video and solid gaming chops make it the most potent Android TV device yet, app shortfalls and a relatively high price limit its appeal...
