Xiaomi Mi Box S VS Google Chromecast with Google TV: Which is better?

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If you have an old TV and want to make better use of it, then buying a TV box can make it a better use. Since its launch, Google Chromecast has been one of the most popular cast devices, and Xiaomi has also made some of the best Android TV boxes. When Xiaomi Mi Box S VS Google Chromecast with Google TV, which is better? This article will compare these two products. Read on to learn more about these two products, and then choose the one you like.
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Xiaomi Mi Box S VS Google Chromecast with Google TV: The Same Features​


1. Both are Ad-free​


Adverts can be distracting and obtrusive. Apps and blogs without ads are more aesthetically pleasing, nicer to use, and make the content stand out. Both of Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV are ad-free devices.

2. Both have built-in smart TV​


Devices with built-in smart TV features (such as Android TV or webOS) allow you to access popular streaming apps without the need to purchase/connect a separate smart TV device. of course, both Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV has a built-in smart TV, so you can enjoy any entertainment with both of them.

3. Both have Chromecast built-in​


Chromecast built-in is a technology that allows users to stream entertainment and apps from their phone, tablet, or laptop, straight to the Chromecast-enabled device. You can cast to Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV for more entertainment.

4. Both are compatible with Google Assistant​


Xiaomi Mi Box S are Google Chromecast with Google TV are compatible with Google Assistant, allowing you to use voice commands to control the device from other Google Assistant-compatible devices.
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5. Both have voice commands​


Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV have their own voice commands. You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.

6. Both have HDR10-enabled display​


Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV have an HDR10-enabled display. The display supports HDR10, which is an HDR (high dynamic range) video technology. Compared to standard dynamic range (SDR) video, HDR10 video has greater contrast and color depth, resulting in more realistic images.

7. Both have Dolby Audio​


Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV also have Dolby Audio. Dolby Audio is a group of audio technologies that use advanced audio formatting and processing to deliver crystal clear surround sound, enhanced volume, and automatic volume control. This includes Dolby Digital, Digital Plus, TrueHD, Dolby Volume, Dolby Pro Logic IIz, Dolby AC-4, and others launched before Dolby Atmos and Voice.
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8. Both support Dolby Digital​


Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV support Dolby Digital, so they can deliver up to six different audio channels (sides) for much better sound quality.


The above are the same advantages of Xiaomi Mi Box S and Google Chromecast with Google TV. How about their own advantages? Let's have a look.

Advantages of Chromecast with google TV​

1. Google Chromecast with Google TV Supports HLG


HLG (Hybrid Log Gamma) is an HDR video format. Although the picture quality isn’t as good as some other formats, such as Dolby Vision, it provides more lifelike images than SDR (standard dynamic range) video.

2. Google Chromecast with Google TV has a display enabled for HDR10+​


The display supports HDR10+, which is an improved version of HDR10 video technology. HDR10+ uses dynamic metadata so that each frame can have its own settings for contrast, brightness, and colors, which results in lifelike images.

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3. Google Chromecast with Google TV has Dolby Atmos​


Dolby Atmos is a surround sound technology that allows sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. By doing so, Dolby Atmos allows for immersive, 360-degree sound.

4. Google Chromecast with Google TV has a Dolby Vision-capable display​


The display supports Dolby Vision, which is an HDR format that supports greater color depth and brightness than HDR10/HDR10+. It uses dynamic metadata so that each frame can have its own settings for contrast, brightness, and colors, which results in lifelike images.

5. Google Chromecast with Google TV has a rechargeable remote control​


The remote control is rechargeable, so you don't have to worry about replacing the batteries.

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Advantages of Xiaomi mi box​


1. Xiaomi Mi Box S has a better GPU clock speed​


When Xiaomi Mi Box S vs Google Chromecast with Google in GPU clock speed, there comes a ratio of 700MHz: TV650MHz. GPU clock speed indicates how fast the cores of a graphics processing unit (GPU) are. The function of these cores is to render graphics; therefore, the higher the GPU clock speed, the faster the processing. So, indeed, Xiaomi Mi Box S runs faster than Google Chromecast with Google, which is a great advantage of the electronic device.

2. Xiaomi Mi Box S has a USB port​


With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices. Xiaomi Mi Box S has a USB port to connect more devices such as phones, tablets, or laptops, it's much convenient. Google Chromecast with Google TV is not equipped with a USB port, so it cannot do that.
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Conclusion​

Both products in this comparison have their advantages and disadvantages. Now you can buy Xiaomi Mi Box S at a price of about 64.13$, and the Google Chromecast with Google TV is about 66.56$. They are not much expensive and the price could not be the first factor to consider when comes to buy a new TV streaming device.

Although I believe that Chromecast with Google TV is a better product, it also costs more and requires a device that can cast. On the other hand, Mi Box S is a standalone product that can run Android TV and applications locally on the TV, but it is not as functional as Chromecast and Google TV.
 
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