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Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen)
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Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen)

A capable 16GB Fire TV stick with Wi‑Fi 6E, Dolby Vision and Alexa.

Page updated 17 Sep 2026For UK buyers
EcosystemAmazon Fire TV
Operating systemFire OS 8 (Android 11 base)
Storage16GB storage
RAM2GB
EthernetNo built-in port
Dolby VisionYes
Dolby AtmosYes
WirelessWi-Fi 6E
Dimensions108 × 30 × 14 mm (including connector)
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BEST FORPeople already happy with Fire TV, Alexa and Amazon’s ecosystem.
KEEP IN MINDThe interface is strongly Amazon-centred and has no built-in Ethernet port.
OUR TAKE

People already happy with Fire TV, Alexa and Amazon’s ecosystem.

Here's the case for it, along with the things we'd check before buying.

What makes it worth a look

  • 16GB storage is more comfortable than basic 8GB devices
  • Dolby Vision support suits compatible HDR TVs
  • Wi-Fi 6E support for modern wireless networks

What to check first

  • The interface is strongly Amazon-centred and has no built-in Ethernet port.
  • No built-in Ethernet port, so wired networking needs another route
  • 2GB RAM is adequate rather than class-leading
WHERE THE SPECS COME FROM

Specification sources and verification.

We haven't published a hands-on review of this device. Product details are researched from published sources and are marked verified only after a separate specification check.

Testing statusResearched · not hands-on
Specifications last verified18 Sep 2026
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DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS

Technical specifications

BrandAmazon
Form factorStick
EcosystemAmazon Fire TV
Operating systemFire OS 8 (Android 11 base)
Processor / chipsetMediaTek MT8696T · quad-core Cortex-A55 up to 2.0GHz · PowerVR GE9215 up to 850MHz
RAM2GB
Storage16GB storage
Maximum resolutionUp to 4K UHD at 60fps
HDR formatsDolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
Dolby VisionYes
Dolby AtmosYes
Built-in EthernetNo
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2 + BLE
HDMIHDMI 2.1 output with ARC
USB / other portsHDMI; Micro-USB power; Ethernet via optional adapter
CodecsAV1, HEVC/H.265, H.264/AVC, H.263, VP8, VP9, MPEG-2/4; Dolby Digital/Plus/Atmos
Release year2023
Dimensions108 × 30 × 14 mm (including connector)
Weight43.5 g

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WHERE TO BUY

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Our take

The Fire TV Stick 4K Max remains a strong option for households already invested in Amazon and Alexa. It offers 16GB storage, Wi‑Fi 6E, Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.

Who it suits

It makes the most sense if you actively prefer Fire TV and want a compact stick.

What to know first

The interface is heavily Amazon-centred. Buyers who prioritise the Google Play ecosystem should look at the Google TV options instead.

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