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Xiaomi TV Stick 4K 2nd Gen Released
Xiaomi quietly launched the Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen), the second generation of the company’s compact and popular streamer. The device comes with upgraded hardware that runs the Google TV system with support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, along with improved Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
The new streamer joins the Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) introduced at the beginning of the year; it arrives as the official replacement of the original Xiaomi TV Stick 4K from 2021, with an emphasis on better performance and an improved user experience.
Hardware specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| 🧠 Chipset | Amlogic S905X5M with Quad-core Cortex-A55 CPU @ 2.5GHz, Mali-G310 V2 GPU |
| 💾 Memory & Storage | 2GB RAM, 8GB eMMC storage |
| 📺 Video Output | 4K @ 60fps, HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
| 🎥 Video Codecs | AV1, VP9, H.265 (HEVC), H.264, MPEG-2, MPEG-1 |
| 🎵 Audio Support | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS HD, MP3, AAC, FLAC, RM |
| 🖼️ Image Formats | JPG, BMP, GIF, PNG |
| 📡 Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2, HDMI, Micro USB |
| 🧭 Operating System | Google TV (Android TV 14), Widevine L1 DRM |
| 🎮 Remote Control | Bluetooth voice remote with mic and buttons for Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube, and Xiaomi TV+. |
| 📦 Extras | Google Cast, Google Assistant, Xiaomi TV+ (free live TV streaming) |
| 📏 Dimensions | 107 × 30 × 14 mm |
| ⚖️ Weight | 44g |
| 🎨 Color | Black |
| Package contents | Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen) x 1 Remote control x 1 Power adapter x 1 User manual x 1 HDMI extension cable x 1 USB power cable x 1 |
| 🛒 Launch & Price | July 2025, listed around €40 / $46 on AliExpress |
What’s Included
The new streamer comes with a black plastic body measuring 107.4x30x14 mm and weighing 44 grams, with the most significant change to the user experience being the transition from Android TV 11 to the more advanced Google TV system.
The operating system comes with a collection of various apps pre-installed on the streamer, including popular apps like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, and Xiaomi TV+. The system also supports wireless projection of content from the user’s mobile device via Google Cast.
The accompanying Bluetooth remote includes a dedicated Google Assistant voice command button, which allows for convenient voice control of the device and streaming content.
Upgraded hardware
Technically, the new streamer is equipped with a quad-core Cortex-A55 processor instead of the previous generation’s Cortex-A35, along with a new ARM G310 V2 graphics processor that replaces the Mali G31 MP2. However, the device continues to offer 2GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.
Connectivity has been significantly upgraded with support for dual-channel WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, along with HDMI 2.1 and Micro-USB ports. The device also supports 4K decoding with Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Dolby Atmos, and DTS-X. Xiaomi officially claims that the new device is about 80% faster in daily use—whether it’s opening applications, switching interfaces, or loading videos.
Portable design, plug and play.
This 2nd-generation Xiaomi TV stick continues the classic USB stick design, which is so small that it can be easily put into a small pocket. Whether you want to upgrade your smart system on your old TV at home, or you want to turn your hotel TV into a “home theater” when traveling, this TV stick can easily do it. Simply plug it into the HDMI interface of your TV, turn on the power, and you’re set to watch.
Availability and price
While Xiaomi has officially announced the new streamer on its global website, the device is already available for sale on AliExpress today at a price of approximately 40 euros.
