- Maximum resolution
- 4K (2160p)
- HDR
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+
- Audio
- Dolby Atmos
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Storage
- 16GB, which Amazon says is double the Fire TV Stick 4K
- Processor
- 2.0 GHz quad-core, 2GB RAM, per the retail spec sheet
- Remote
- Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced with TV controls
Amazon
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max
Amazon's top streaming stick, a 4K HDR dongle with Wi-Fi 6E and 16GB of storage, aimed at people already comfortable with Alexa and Prime Video.
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All prices
| Store | Price | Checked | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Best price | $50 | ✓ AUG 28 | Go to store |
Prices were checked on the dates shown and can change at any time. The store page is always authoritative. Shipping and taxes are not included.
First verified Aug 28, 2026. When a later check finds a different price, it gets logged here.
Our verdict
Where it wins
- Wi-Fi 6E support, which no other mainstream stick offers at this price
- 16GB of storage leaves more room for apps than typical 8GB sticks
- Frequently discounted well below list price, around 50 dollars in late August 2026
Where it loses
- The Fire TV home screen carries banner ads and sponsored rows that cannot be fully turned off
- Amazon raised the list price to 85 dollars in 2026, so the value depends on catching a sale
- Streaming services are not included, subscriptions like Netflix and HBO Max cost extra
On sale around 50 dollars this is the most hardware you can get in stick form, and it makes sense for households already using Alexa and Prime. At the new 85 dollar list price it is a much weaker buy, since the Google TV Streamer and even Roku's cheaper sticks undercut it on price or interface calm. If the ad-heavy Fire TV home screen bothers you, pick a Roku or Apple TV instead.
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Google TV Streamer 4K
Google's set-top box replacement for the Chromecast, a 4K HDR streamer with Ethernet, 32GB of storage and a built-in smart home hub for Matter and Thread devices.
Roku Streaming Stick Plus 2025
Roku's compact 4K HDR streaming stick that plugs into an HDMI port, draws power from the TV's USB port, and covers the basics for people who just want the major apps on a non smart TV.
Common questions
Is this the current Fire TV Stick 4K Max?
Yes. As of August 2026 Amazon sells this Wi-Fi 6E model with 16GB of storage as the newest 4K Max, above the cheaper Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and 4K Select in its lineup.
Are there monthly fees?
The device itself has no fee and includes free ad-supported channels. Paid services such as Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video require their own subscriptions.
Do I need a Prime membership to use it?
No. It works with a free Amazon account, though the interface promotes Prime Video content prominently.
Prices last verified Aug 28, 2026.