NVIDIA - SHIELD Android TV - 8GB - 4K HDR Streaming Media Player with Google Assistant and GeForce NOW - Black
User rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1130 reviews.
4.6(1,130 Reviews)- 59 Answered Questions
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Features
GeForce NOW Cloud Gaming
GeForce NOW instantly transforms SHIELD TV into a powerful PC gaming rig. Play over 1000+ titles and nearly 100 of the biggest free to play games.
The new GeForce NOW RTX 3080 membership unlocks GeForce RTX 3080 gaming servers in 4K HDR, the shortest wait times and longest session lengths, with RTX ON including ray tracing and DLSS graphics for supported games.
Unlimited entertainment
Get the most 4K content of any streaming media player. Watch Netflix, Prime Video, Disney + and Vudu in crisp 4K HDR, and YouTube, Hulu Live, Google Play Movies & TV, and more in 4K.
Stream from your phone with built-in Chromecast 4K. Add a game controller (sold separately) and play today’s most popular games like Fortnite with GeForce NOW.
Really fast
Powered by the NVIDIA Tegra X1+ processor, SHIELD TV is a powerful Android TV streaming media player and has been upgraded to Android TV version 11.
Powerful entertainment center
The new SHIELD TV is compact, stealth, and designed to disappear behind your entertainment center, right along with your cables.
But don't let its size fool you. It's packed with Gigabit Ethernet, dual-band AC Wi-Fi, a built-in power supply, and a microSD card slot for storage expansion.
Google Assistant built-in
Use the built-in Google Assistant to share photos, display your calendar, check the traffic, and so much more with your voice. You can search for movies and shows, control media playback, and even automate and control your smart home devices.
Works with Alexa
Hands-free control with Amazon Echo and Alexa.
Cut the cord
Apps like YouTube TV, Hulu, Sling TV, and PlayStation Vue give you access to live TV and sports without the mess and stress of a cable box.
Smart Home Ready
Use your voice to dim lights, turn up the temperature, view your Nest cam on the TV, and more. Add SmartThings Link to turn your SHIELD into a smart home hub with support from additional SmartThings-compatible smart devices.
Home Theater Experience
Enjoy the ultimate visual experience with 4K HDR quality and the most immersive sound with Dolby Atmos pass-through.
8GB flash memory
Enough memory for system files and a small amount of additional storage. This can be expanded with a microSD memory card.
High-speed wireless connectivity
Built-in 802.11ac Wi-Fi connects to the Internet through your wireless home network (wireless router required and sold separately).
Bluetooth interface syncs with compatible devices
Wirelessly transfer photos, music and other media between the laptop and your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone or MP3 player, or connect Bluetooth wireless accessories.
Supported audio formats
Include WAV, WMA, AAC, PCM, Ogg Vorbis, MP3, FLAC, AC-3, AAC-LC, AAC +, WMAPro and HE-AAC.
Compatible with most TVs
Easily connects to HDTVs.
Web-based services and content require high-speed Internet service. Some services may require a subscription.
What's Included
- NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV - 8GB - 4K HDR Streaming Media Player with Google Assistant and GeForce NOW
- NVIDIA SHIELD Remote
- 2x AAA batteries included
- Power Cord
Key Specs
- Featured Streaming ServicesGoogle Play Movies & TV, Google Play Music, Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video, Spotify, YouTube
- Maximum Supported Resolution2160p (4K)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR)Yes
- Headphone/Headset ConnectivityBluetooth
- Operating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOS
- Remote Control IncludedYes
- Storage TypeInternal
- Storage Capacity8 gigabytes
- Processor ModelNVIDIA Tegra X1+
- Media Card SlotYes
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings
General
- Product NameSHIELD Android TV - 8GB - 4K HDR Streaming Media Player with Google Assistant and GeForce NOW
- BrandNVIDIA
- TV CompatibilityCompatible with HD and UHD TVs with HDMI. Compatible with Bluetooth keyboards
- Model Number945134302500000
- SeriesSHIELD Android TV
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Feature
- App-ControlledYes
- Smart CapableYes
- Remote Control TypeVoice control, Programmable
- Remote Control FeaturesBacklit, IR device control, Remote locator, Voice Activated
- Screen MirroringNo
Compatibility
- App CompatibleYes
- Bluetooth EnabledYes
- Compatible Wireless Standard(s)MIMO, Wireless AC, Wireless B, Wireless G, Wireless N
- Playable FormatsAAC, AAC+, AAC-LC, AC3, BMP, FLAC, GIF, H.264, H.265, HE-AAC, JPEG, MP3, MP4, MPEG-4, Ogg Vorbis, PCM, PNG, TIFF, WAV, WMA, WMAPro
- Media Card CompatibilitymicroSD
- Interface(s)Ethernet, HDMI
- Works WithAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings
Connectivity
- Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi
Audio
- High Resolution AudioYes
- Surround Sound SupportedDolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus
Gameplay
- Game Controller SupportYes
- Game Controller CompatibilityOther
- Game StreamingPC, PC (cloud)
- Number Of Controllers Included0
Display
- High Dynamic Range FormatDolby Vision, HDR 10
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 Year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 Year
Other
- UPC812674023892
Customer reviews
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1130 reviews
(1,130 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.3
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.6
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
It doesn’t get better than this!
||Posted .Owned for 1 week when reviewed.Firstly, I have the Nvidia Shield TV 2017 version and absolutely love it. I’m not much of a gamer and use it primarily for daily streaming apps, Plex and Third Party apps. It was frustrating that Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos were unavailable on streaming apps. I now feel that Nvidia Shield has delivered the perfect all in one streaming device for me. AI upscaling works really well on non 4K content (especially on YouTube and Netflix content), Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, Tegra X1+ chip (definitely improves the speed of the device), SD slot for expandable storage. Just like any tech, there’s always room for a little improvement. This is what’s still lacking, but really is so insignificant to me right now... •Doesn’t do HDR for YouTube •No HDR10+ •No Wi-Fi 6 •No HDMI 2.1 One more thing for those that buy this device for third party apps. You will notice that the app “Downloader” is no longer in the google play store. No worries...just download “Puffin Browser”. Search for www.google.com in the “Search or type URL”. Once that opens up, just search for Downloader and download from there. I saw another reviewer who said Puffin didn’t work, but he or she is wrong because it worked perfectly for me getting Downloader.
I would recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:RemoteCons mentioned:Buttons
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Big improvement on the remote.
||Posted .Owned for 1 week when reviewed.I have the 2019 pro version as well. The Nvidia Shield TV devices are awesome. The new remote is a big improvement but there is still room to grow. My favorite remote is still the Samsung One remote. Sometimes less is more with the buttons Nvidia. A home icon guess a long way for guests in our house that are not well versed with Android's dot home button. This device is great for streaming and for our YouTube TV experience as we cut the cord years ago. The updated UI is great but I wish it had a My Library section for our Google Movies and TV shows like it does on Google TV. For gaming, the Nvidia Shield devices are stellar. Stadia is awesome, works with the Stadia controller and Xbox controllers. Nvidia GeForce Now is good, not great but good. Steam Link works flawlessly. For all three of these services you need a great, hard wired internet connection. I hope the updates and innovation keeps coming from Nvidia with their Shield devices.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Set up
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
If it’s not a shield you’re wasting your money
||Posted .Owned for 8 months when reviewed.I also have the previous 2 versions of the Shield and have always been pleased with them. This one is by far the best and, to me, a great upgrade from the 2017 Shield. It is considerably faster than before, searching and responding almost instantly with a fast internet connection. Even using Wi-Fi, it tested at over 50 MBPS from a 400 MBPS wired Comcast connection. The 4K upgrading works great and on an LG OLED TV the picture quality is outstanding using the medium sharpness setting. The new remote is a huge improvement over the original and even a lot better than the after market one I had purchased to replace the goofy OEM remote on the previous version. The initial installation is the best I have ever seen. It pretty much set itself up by just entering the phone # on my Google account. I like the new form factor and just let it hang behind the Television completely out of sight. The voice command seems faster and more accurate than previously. I am not sure if there is a limit to the size micro SD car it supports, its not mentioned in the Microscopic little guide provided or on the Nvidia website. It does work with a 256 GB card, that was the largest I had available.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Streaming
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Closest thing to a console
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Game streaming with this is as good as it’ll get. I played cyberpunk nonstop for a week when it came out and never had any issues. My friend with a gaming pc told me game runs smoother on my shield (I have 200mbit fiber connecter to the shield with an ethernet cable).
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
SmartTV
||Posted .Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.I loved NVIDA Shield with IPTV Tivimate app for TV live. Very easy use and great feature. The cost is very expensive but worth. I got rid of TV cable because it crazily killed my money 150 monthly; it will be increased per monthly an annual without contract.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Streaming
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Number one streaming device
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Number one streaming deviceI!!! I love this product it’s all and more as advertised Best Buy wit is an excellent retailer fast service and delivery of my product very satisfied
I would recommend this to a friend Rated 1 out of 5 stars
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||Posted .Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.Do not working with my cellphone iPhone apple Best Buy very bad help in the store
No, I would not recommend this to a friend- Pros mentioned:Streaming
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I love this!
||Posted .Owned for 2 months when reviewed.Very compact. I have this behind my tv cant even see it. Holds great streaming power!
I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Q: QuestionI am comparing the specs on this and the full size gaming version and they seem to be the same outside of an 8GB storage compared to the 16GB storage and the gaming controller, am I correct in this or am I missing something?
Asked by v0dka.
- A:Answer 2GB Ram/8GB 3GB Ram/16GB
Answered by Hulk
Q: QuestionIs there any port for micro sdcard to expand memory?
Asked by Iptvhulk.
- A:Answer Yes there is I have 128gb one installed in mine.
Answered by Alec65
Q: QuestionDoes this work with youtube tv? And does it upscale live tv and shows from amazon prime, netflix to 4k with the AI?
Asked by Tcully.
- A:Answer Nvidia Shield (2019 edition) is an android device that work with YouTube TV. It will upscale live tv and shows from Amazon Prime, Netflix, Vudu, Disney+ and other popular streaming apps to near 4k with the AI enhancement feature. The picture is excellent and has deeper colors. In terms of picture quality, it is better than Apple TV or Amazon Fire TV which have the same spec as Dolby Vision and HDR 10 because of the upscaling feature. It works as advertised.
Answered by Bert
Q: QuestionDoes the controler control TV volume or just the device?
Asked by Stream5246.
- A:Answer Yes, it can be paired with your TV or soundbar to control volume and power.
Answered by jac83
Q: QuestionCan I hook up an external hard drive via usb
Asked by Paradox.
- A:Answer If you get the pro model. The base model doesn't have any USB ports, only a micro SD slot.
Answered by BrandonF
Q: QuestionIs the Nvidia Shield worth the expense over the Firestick 4k? Do you have to have a Google account to use it?
Asked by KathleenSR.
- A:Answer I have not tried to use a Firestick for comparison. However I do own both the Shield Pro and the Shield TV (barrel). I like the barrel much better. It has worked flawlessly. You will have to sign in to google to download apps. I also use VPN for my own satisfaction. But it has proven to be the Best Android device I’ve owned. That has been a lot of units over the last 5 years.
Answered by gschatman
Q: QuestionWill I be able to watch HBO Max on this?
Asked by Tab.
- A:Answer Yes the app for HBO is available
Answered by Martin
Q: QuestionWhat batteries does the included remote use?
Asked by OKRick.
- A:Answer The remote uses 2x AAA batteries.
Answered by CommunityAnswer