Operating System | Smart TV apps, streaming services | Industry: Android 9.0+ (modern app support) Base/Advanced: Android 4.0 (outdated OS) | Familiar Android interface Cost-effective for basic users | Limited app compatibility due to older OS (Industry supports newer features) |
RAM | Multitasking, app usage | Industry: 2GB DDR3 (standard for mid-range STBs) Base: 1GB DDR3 (basic tasks) Advanced: 4GB DDR4 (▲▲▲: handles heavy apps/games) | Advanced: Smooth multitasking for gaming/media Base: Affordable entry-level | Base may lag under heavy load; Advanced offers premium performance |
Connectivity | Wireless streaming, network integration | Industry: Dual-band 802.11ac (up to 867 Mbps) Base/Advanced: 802.11n (150 Mbps) (▲: slower than Industry) | Affordable connectivity solution Stable wired Ethernet support | Slower wireless speeds (ideal for stable networks only) |
Video Resolution | HD content playback | Industry: 4K UHD (3840x2160) Base/Advanced: 1080p HD (1920x1080) (▲: supports most content) | Supports HD streaming for movies/TV shows Affordable for standard needs | Lacks 4K support for ultra-high-definition content |
Media Features | Home theater systems, networked devices | Industry: DLNA, advanced streaming protocols Base/Advanced: UPnP, XBMC compatibility (▲: lacks DLNA for broader devices) | Seamless media sharing via UPnP XBMC support for gaming/media centers | Lacks DLNA for broader device compatibility |
Expandability | Adding peripherals/storage | Industry: USB-C, 3+ ports Base/Advanced: 2 USB 2.0 ports (▲: fewer ports than Industry) | Supports external drives/controllers Affordable port configuration | Lacks USB-C for faster charging and modern peripherals |
Power Consumption | Energy-efficient use | Industry: A53 (5W power draw) Base/Advanced: A9 (8W power draw) (▲▲: higher energy use than Industry) | Affordable chip choice Compact design for portability | Higher energy usage compared to modern processors |
Design and Build | Home entertainment setups | Industry: Premium aluminum chassis (▲▲▲: durable) Base/Advanced: Plastic matte finish (lightweight) | Sleek, fingerprint-resistant design Lightweight and portable | Less durable than metal builds (may dent/bend) |