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 .
January 2017
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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
Bringing together Nvidia Shield Android TV and the Nvidia Grid for cloud computing really is what this device is all about. As a PC gamer I am not disappointed but was also not thrilled. Truth be told, I was rather happy to get back to my old trusty PC a...
Abstract: NVIDIA is known for graphics, but that's not all they've been doing. Over the last few years they've made significant inroads into gaming through the hardware side of things. The NVIDIA SHIELD is their latest push to making a gaming console that embodies...
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Published: 2015-12-14, Author: Will , review by: geekdad.com
Abstract: Nvidia's SHIELD TV, based on Android TV, is one of the latest devices to make your TV smarter and is a gaming cord cutter's dream I've been on the verge of complete cord cutting for a while, often waffling because of certain channels or shows Unfortunatel...
Published: 2015-11-24, Author: Nicholas , review by: gamecrate.com
Abstract: NVIDIA's library of SHIELD gaming devices began with the SHIELD Portable, then expanded into the world of tablets with their (recently re-launched and re-branded) K1. Most recently, in May of 2015, NVIDIA made a move into the Android-based console space w...
Abstract: Followers of The Game Technician may recall that back in March Jason wrote an article on Forbes covering the announcement for the NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV. While this is based on Jason's experience in technology and gaming it never did get a full-fledged...
The NVIDIA SHIELD is indeed a compelling new entry to the streaming media market that's loaded with worthwhile features like 4K and hi-res audio support, excellent voice search, downloadable/streaming games, an internal hard drive, and Google Cast. If all...
Published: 2015-08-28, Author: Stephen , review by: 4k.com
Excellent OTT device, even without gaming, Android TV and associated apps access, Excellent gaming features, 4K resolution output, Strong processing specs
Expensive in comparison to many peers, Larger than previous Shield devices
The Shield is one excellent piece of hardware for a full home gaming and entertainment experience. It's compact enough to fit almost anywhere and the specs this machine comes with leave most similar devices in the dust. Furthermore, it's selling at some...
Published: 2015-08-12, Author: Ben , review by: Techreport.com
Taken on its own, the Shield is an interesting device. It packs quite a bit of graphics power into a small, thin box, and both the console and controller are well-built. Android TV's interface is intuitive and fluid. Nvidia has tried to distinguish its c...
Abstract: Setting up the unit is pretty easy. You simply log in to your Gmail account with the included wireless Shield controller, which is essentially the same controller that Nvidia packaged with its Shield tablet last year. The Shield controller is very similar...
Compact yet powerful, Up to 1080p gaming using NVIDIA's GRID cloud gaming service, Ready to stream 4K videos, Wellbuilt peripherals, Costs far less than building a traditional HTPC of equal power
Cheap external storage options make the cost of the Pro version a little tough to justify
As stated in the introduction, the SHIELD Android TV aims to do all things for all people. Not only does it accomplish this, but it does so flawlessly. I'm sure there are “power users” out there who could punch holes in this assessment since their needs...
