Customer Ratings & Reviews

Ive had this Shield for over 2 years and I can say without a doubt it is the best streaming device I've ever had. I've been through so many version of Roku and Chromecast, nothing beats this. Plex was my aim for this and it's been perfect. Able to stream 4K Dolby Vision and passthrough all the audio. Awesome

Okay so this thing is the streaming box to get. AI Upscaling. This thing makes whatever content you watch amazing. While the list of movies streaming in 4K continues to grow, a lot of content is still only in 1080p. This matters when you have a 4K television as the difference in image quality is apparent. The upscaling on this thing is no joke. That demo video they have is not an exaggeration. And for that alone I would buy it. Not to mention an amazing remote that has a locator and backlight. The software integrated with NVIDIA is a win too. Just go ahead and buy it. I seriously doubt you will regret it. I wish I had got this one first before going thru Firesticks, Rokus, and an Apple TV. ATMOS ✅ VISION ✅

Pros: 1. Powerful Performance (5/5): The SHIELD Android TV Pro is equipped with the Tegra X1+ processor, delivering exceptional performance for streaming, gaming, and multitasking. It effortlessly handles 4K HDR content, ensuring smooth and high-quality playback. 2. 4K HDR Streaming (5/5): This media player supports 4K Ultra HD and HDR content, providing stunning visuals and vibrant colors for a cinematic viewing experience. Whether you're streaming movies, TV shows, or gaming, the visuals are top-notch. 3. GeForce NOW Integration (5/5): GeForce NOW, NVIDIA's cloud gaming service, is seamlessly integrated into the SHIELD, allowing you to play PC games from popular platforms like Steam and Epic Games Store with the included SHIELD controller. 4. Google Assistant (5/5): With built-in Google Assistant, you can control your smart home devices, search for content, and get answers to questions using voice commands. It adds convenience to your daily tasks. 5. Dolby Atmos and DTS-X Audio (5/5): The SHIELD Android TV Pro supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS-X audio, ensuring immersive and crystal-clear sound quality for your home theater setup. 6. Extensive App Support (5/5): It runs on Android TV, providing access to a vast library of apps and games on the Google Play Store, including popular streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+. 7. Plex Media Server (5/5): The SHIELD Android TV Pro can also serve as a Plex Media Server, allowing you to organize and stream your media library to other devices. Cons: 1. Price (4/5): While it offers exceptional value for its feature set, the SHIELD Android TV Pro is relatively more expensive compared to basic streaming devices. However, its capabilities justify the price for those seeking a premium streaming and gaming experience. 2. Large Size (4/5): The device is larger than standard streaming sticks, so it may require more space in your entertainment center or TV stand. Conclusion: The NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV Pro is a versatile and high-performance streaming media player that caters to both movie enthusiasts and gamers. With its powerful processor, 4K HDR support, GeForce NOW integration, and voice-controlled Google Assistant, it offers an all-in-one entertainment solution. While the price may be higher than budget streaming devices, the SHIELD Android TV Pro justifies the cost with its extensive features and capabilities. It's an excellent investment for users who demand top-tier streaming quality, gaming options, and smart home integration. In summary, if you're looking for the ultimate streaming and gaming device that can handle 4K HDR content, the NVIDIA SHIELD Android TV Pro is an outstanding choice. It combines powerful performance, a wealth of features, and seamless integration to deliver a premium entertainment experience.

I had initially bought this for Nvidia Gamestream and while good on it's own the Streaming portion of this device is excellent. The AI up-scaled picture looks amazing on my 4k display and is much fast and more reliable than any other streaming device. If you're deciding between this or the Apple TV then get this since you can do much more and have AI up-scaling technology built in. The only downside is how ingrained Google is in this device. If Nvidia could create their own Android OS without Google and allow for easier APK downloads and such that would make this the perfect all-around device. For everyday consumers this wont be an issue, but for more privacy-focused individuals I would say this is a pretty big setback. I also hope the next version of this device gets a redesign, it reeks of early 2010's Razer gaming peripherals.

I recently became so fed up with Spectrum's cable TV constantly crapping out that I dropped them. I went with Hulu + Live TV and originally bought a Roku Ultra to support it. I also have an XBOX series X but both devices yielded results that were OK, but very jittery. I am an IT consultant and my home network is in perfect working order. Instead of blaming Hulu, I returned the Roku and bought the NVIDIA Shield TV Pro and will never look back. The quality is just stunning with the AI Upscaling. The install and setup took a total of five minutes. I am so thankful for this device (and Hulu) for helping me shed my cable TV oppressors!!!!

Late adopter but I love the device. I got it originally for Steam link after Samsung smart TV's dropped support. I now use Sunshine and Moonlight on the shield and it works great. Usually just 2ms added in my network with this setup.

Great streaming device! I waited for so long to get this because of the high price but it's worth it. Yeah it's old but still better than the new streaming devices out there with the firecube a close 2nd. I had the 2017 but opted for this because of the Dolby Vision and Ai Upscale. Now the upscale is a little overrated but better if you had a super large TV, sound is great, picture quality is great. It makes a low end 4k TV look great in other words. If you can afford it just get this and not the tube.

Product works great. Very easy to use and the setup was easy. Another thing I like about this device is you can add many apps.

This purchase was a gamble. I've been using the latest Amazon fire cube which deserves a 'sort of OK' rating. I bought this $200 replacement knowing I could return it if there was little improvement. I was also considering replacing the TV. But the result of plugging this Shield Pro into my system was stunning. The picture was brighter and clearer with no buffer overruns. It looked like a new, high end TV. I run a wired signal from the router into the Shield. The output from the Shield goes through my Denon AVR and into the Hisense U559H. After getting the CEC settings between the TV and the receiver lined up, everything works simply and cleanly. And it just gets better. Using remapping software, I reprogrammed the controller button labeled 'NetFlix' (which I don't use) to select between DirecTV, HBO, and Prime. If you're a tweaker, you can find many other Shield hacks on the internet. Have fun.

If you are serious about streaming and a cord cutter this device is your best friend. Small but powerful and you can connect any size hard drive if you desire. The memory and onboard storage is the best out there. Nvidia provides regular updates and support as needed. You can also use this device for gaming if you choose with crazy numbers of titles to choose from. You can control the device with Alexa and Google if you choose. You can also stream your audio to the device and it will play your music. The device comes with awesome codecs so your sound will be great. It supports atmos. All around great device to have.

Works perfectly for what i needed- a device to stream content from my server. Steam link is buttery smooth

I use this 4K as my primary streaming viewing device connected to my Samsung KS8000 65" TV. I am able to stream 4K HDR content with Dolby Atmos/TrueHD without any hiccups using the built in AC wifi to my PLEX server. The AI upscaling works great as well and everything works pretty fast. Highly recommended!

The king of streamers! This box does it all! And does it quickly! The quality of this device is high. It's well made, works and functions well, and looks pretty good too. This device is worth the price of admission with it's ai upscaling feature, the addition of usb ports to play your own media, and the voice control remote. The game streaming with nvidia is phenomenal on the device. All you need is fast internet and it's a gaming console with ge force now! I really love this device, we use it daily around our house. We love it, the kids love it. Very user friendly. You can get all your favorite streaming apps off the play store. If you have movies or shows on a usb drive, or pictures this will let you view them with ease. The remote is awesome, I like that it lights up in the dark when it's picked up, nice touch. I love it's voice search feature, works really well. This is a five star product from nvidia and worth it's price. This is the king of streaming devices.

I previously used the regular SHIELD TV (the one that looks like a tube). It was alright, but wasn't reliable when direct playing ripped Ultra HD Blu-rays via Plex and was occasionally sluggish with general usage. I decided to get this Pro model to replace it and wow, I was missing out. The Pro model is much more responsive. My ripped Ultra HD Blu-rays play with ease and there's never any sort of delay. Having AI upscaling with 60FPS content is nice too. I would like to say that the regular SHIELD TV is good for basic tasks like casting or streaming video, but honestly, I think you might as well spend the extra $50 for the Pro model to have a more responsive experience. I'm either selling my regular SHIELD TV or relegating it to the family room for casual usage.

I purchased this device after having owned 2 generations of Apple TV, 2 different Roku devices, and several generations of Amazon FireSticks. This was the most I have spent on a device like this short of buying a mini-PC. So far, it has been worth every penny. The device has been fast and responsive. Coming from using FireSticks primarily, I did spend a little time getting to some of the settings I was used to manipulating on the FireStick like turning the TV on and off with the NVidia remote. It’s integration with apps like Netflix and Plex are excellent. As of this review, I must warn you that if you are a subscriber of AT&TTV, they do not readily offer their app to this device - I assume that is because they want you to subscribe and use their own flavor of Android TV. I plan to slowly move over to these devices as the rest of my family gets used to the interface and I catch them on sale. Bottom Line - it doesn’t get any better than this, especially if you’re running 4K with high end sound.

The Shield Pro TV (2019) is simply the best streaming box available despite its age. The AI upscaling and the dolby vision/atmos were new features that warrant me to upgrade from the (2017) version. It also have little small updates within particular apps that I've noticed thats not in the 2017 version. I'm happy with the purchase and would definitely recommend!

Hands down the BEST streaming box for 4K. Never has issues with buffering or general processing limitations. The AI up scaling makes a great deal of difference and the picture quality is superb! Way better controller - no more digging in couch cushions trying to find my Shield remote.

If your ecosystem is already tied up in Android, this streamer can't be beat. Even if you're in a different ecosystem, the advantages of this streamer poise a strong argument for adoption even if you might be inclined to use a different streamer. From running apps while barely breaking a sweat, to having the ability to run as a DVR system using Live Channels, the Shield is also one of the most-supported devices in the world. Nvidia has quite the track record of updating even the oldest Shield TV with the latest version of Android. This edition supports Dolby Vision natively and properly switches color space on 4K TV's better than most other streamers. I love the flexibility it offers and ease-of-use. Just about every app you can imagine is available along with games and support for Nvidia's "GeForce Now" streaming game service.

Fantastic device that lets you run any and all android based applications for streaming content both online and locally connected. You can run this as a Plex server as well as use all major streaming services. It goes without saying that with the Nvidia hardware inside it runs extremely well. One feature I didn't expect to be so mind blowing was the AI upscaling. I watch a lot of 720P and 1080P content on my 4K display and the AI upscaling to 4K is actually fantastic, especially for anime. The AI upscaling works with any content either locally or streamed. I've been able to watch a lot of anime via Crunchyroll upscaled to 4K and it is an absolute game changer.

It a little getting use to, but I enjoy the remote and customization that can be done to the buttons. It does 4K content very well, but can be a little glitchy ever so often. For the speed of the interface and ease of use I would recommended to someone who is looking for an Apple TV alternative or really enjoys the android interface that it provides.