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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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
Published: 2015-07-23, Author: Jared , review by: macworld.com
Beastly tech specs for gaming and 4K video, Feature-packed remote has volume controls built-in, Built-in Google Cast support for using phones or tablets as the remote, $300 Pro version has ample room for storing content
Software is occasionally buggy and hard to navigate, Sends a message that non-gamers aren't welcome, Considerably more expensive than other set-tops
I love the NVIDIA Shield TV and think that it's definitely worth the $250 when the user buys both the Shield TV and the remote. It's more expensive than other streaming set-top boxes from Roku, Apple and Amazon, but it packs more power and better gaming...
The Shield is trying to be your all-in-one entertainment solution, and while it feels like it could potentially get there one day, it just isn't going to happen soon. Again, as I said in the software section of the review, a lot of this lays at the feet o...
Supports HD & 4K (HEVC & VP9), Nvidia GRID is promising, 4K Netflix & YouTube, Media player + gaming in one
Freezes/crashes, Key apps missing, Not powerful enough, Game controller feels cheap
Nvidia Shield is one of the first game consoles based on Android TV; Google's operating system for TV. With its powerful hardware and a 500GB hard drive it supports games, apps, streaming, 4K video, and much more, but Google still dictates the general use...
Sleek design, Compact size, Smooth performance, Google Cast support, Ease of use, MicroSD expansion, 4K support, PC streaming
Limited Android game selection, Android TV still needs polishing
If you are on the lookout for a nice set-top box with an emphasis on gaming (and you are willing to deal with Android TV being a bit immature), the NVIDIA Shield is definitely a product you need to look at. This product won't come without its downsides, b...
In my opinion, SHIELD is the best set-top box you can get on the market today. It delivers everything the competitors have, and then some. Sure, that initial cost might seem high at first, but in the long run, you have a future proof box that delivers you...
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Published: 2015-06-21, Author: Chris , review by: engadget.com
Abstract: Never let it be said that Google gives up on ideas that don't pan out the first time. Remember when it tried invading our living rooms with clunky, disappointing set-top boxes ? And then when that very same software went on to find a life right on smart T...
