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Google TV Streamer (4K) vs NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro (2019)
Product A: Google
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Product B: NVIDIA
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Roku Ultra (2024)
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onn. 4K Pro Streaming Device (2024)
onn. 4K Plus Streaming Device (2025)
Apple TV 4K (2022)
Formuler Z12 Ultra
Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen, 2022)
Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)
Apple TV HD (2015)
onn. 4K Pro Streaming Device (2026)
Apple TV 4K (2017)
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Compare the Google TV Streamer (4K) with
Roku Ultra (2024)
Telekom MagentaTV One (2nd Generation)
Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen)
onn. 4K Pro Streaming Device (2024)
onn. 4K Plus Streaming Device (2025)
Apple TV 4K (2022)
Formuler Z12 Ultra
Amazon Fire TV Cube (3rd Gen, 2022)
Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)
Apple TV HD (2015)
onn. 4K Pro Streaming Device (2026)
Apple TV 4K (2017)57 of 88 fields differ
- 30 different values
- 27 known for one only
- 21 the same
- 10 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 43 streaming devices.
- RAMA: 4GBB: 3GBGoogle is 1 GB higher.
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General
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Series
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Model numbers
GRS6B, GA05662-US8Regulatory filingsupport.google.com/product-documentation/answer/4541589Read 7 October 2026GRS6B is maker regulatory hardware identifier. GA05662-US is Porcelain US retail part number from B&H.28Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1926085-REG/google_ga05662_us_tv_streamer_4k.htmlRead 7 October 2026MFR GA05662-US is exact US Porcelain retail SKU. GRS6B from Google regulatory manual.
P2897, 945-12897-2500-1015Regulatory filingnvidia.com/content/dam/en-zz/Solutions/SHIELD/support/shield-tv/shield-tv-pro-p2897-ce-doc.pdfRead 7 October 2026Maker Pro-linked declaration, EUT Certification Summary page 1 names P2897. Hardware model is shared with 2017. Tegra X1+ / 3 GB / 16 GB and 2019 launch establish retained generation.12Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1512596-REG/nvidia_945_12897_2500_101_shield_tv_pro_hdr.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact 2019 Pro listing gives manufacturer retail number 945-12897-2500-101. Device regulatory model P2897 is separate and shared with prior hardware.
GTIN / EAN
Announced
Status
Predecessor
Google Chromecast with Google TV (4K)1Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/google-nest/google-tv-streamerRead 7 October 2026Google says the Google TV Streamer replaces Chromecast and calls it its next-generation 4K TV streaming device.25Reviewandroidauthority.com/google-tv-streamer-review-3482950Read 7 October 2026Android Authority's review calls the Google TV Streamer a worthy successor and compares it with the 2020 Chromecast with Google TV.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
US, FR1Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/google-nest/google-tv-streamerRead 7 October 2026US launch release and separate France maker release. Not a complete country list.3Press releaseblog.google/intl/fr-fr/nouveautes-produits/google-tv-streamerRead 7 October 2026France maker launch establishes French availability.
Colours
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Video output
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Max output resolution
Max output refresh rate
60Hz3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Section 13 explicitly permits 4K Dolby Vision at 60 Hz on compatible displays. This is the highest output rate published in these exact-device documents. No lower-resolution maximum is inferred from decoder claims.12Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1512596-REG/nvidia_945_12897_2500_101_shield_tv_pro_hdr.htmlRead 7 October 2026Key Specs explicitly states Max Video Output via HDMI up to UHD 4K at 60.00 fps. Confirms published output maximum independently of decoder limits.
Video output modes
AGoogle TV Streamer (4K)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
BNVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro (2019)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) | HDR format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 | Dolby Vision |
HDR formats
Dolby Vision profiles
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HDMI version
HDCP version
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HDMI-CEC
Automatic frame rate matching
Dynamic range matching
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Upscaling
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Basic, Enhanced, AI-Enhanced3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Section 7 names Basic, Enhanced and AI-Enhanced. Original guide limits AI inputs to at least 480p and at most 30 Hz, with RGB excluded. Later maker firmware 8.2 explicitly adds Pro-only 60 FPS AI upscaling, so the old guide limit is not applied to updated Pro firmware.4Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 7 October 2026SHIELD Experience 8.2 explicitly states 2019 SHIELD TV Pro adds 60 FPS AI upscaling. Pro update resolves outdated 30 Hz guide.
Video decoding
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Video codecs
MPEG-2, MPEG-4, HEVC, VP9 Profile 2, AV1, H.26423Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 7 October 2026Review device specification lists these formats. AV1 playback confirmed in YouTube and Netflix. No generic chip decode levels copied.31Reviewandroidpctv.com/google-tv-streamer-4k-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact device playback table demonstrates H.264 hardware-accelerated playback.
HEVC, VP8, VP9, H.264, MPEG-1, MPEG-2, H.263, MJPEG, MPEG-4, WMV9, VC-1, Xvid, DivX1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Maker Video Features publishes all listed decoding formats. Its Format/Container support list additionally names Xvid and DivX video formats. They are stored here rather than as containers. No unpublished Xvid/DivX profile or maximum is inferred. MPEG1/2 and WMV9/VC1 are separated into explicitly named formats. AV1 is not inferred.
Video decode limits
AGoogle TV Streamer (4K)
| Codec | Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| H.264 | 3840 | 2160 | 30 |
| HEVC | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| VP9 | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| AV1 | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
BNVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro (2019)
| Codec | Width (px) | Height (px) | Max frame rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEVC | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| VP8 | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| VP9 | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| H.264 | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| MPEG-1 | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| MPEG-2 | 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| H.263 | 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
| MJPEG | 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
| MPEG-4 | 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
| WMV9 | 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
| VC-1 | 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
Video containers
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Audio
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Audio formats
Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos5Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/google_tv_streamer_specsRead 7 October 2026Published support. Codec transport and app-specific passthrough are not inferred.
Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MP3, WAVE, AMR, OGG Vorbis, FLAC, PCM, WMA, WMA-Pro, WMA-Lossless, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Audio table names Dolby Audio formats and supported music/PCM formats. Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X and DTS-HD are passthrough roles, not claimed internal decoding. Output and application support vary.
Audio passthrough formats
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Dolby Atmos
Audio channel configurations
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Max audio sample rate
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Max audio bit depth
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Bluetooth audio output
Processor and memory
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System on chip
CPU
Quad-core ARM Cortex-A5523Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 7 October 2026Exact device review names 4 ARM A55 cores. Processor-clock conflict omitted.
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Max CPU clock
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GPU
Imagination Technologies PowerVR Rogue GE921523Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 7 October 2026Exact review hardware table names PowerVR Rogue GE9215. Clock omitted.
RAM
RAM type
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Storage
Storage type
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Expandable storage
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Storage expansion methods
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USB removable media storage, USB adopted device storage3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Attached USB storage supports direct media access and adopted app storage under the stated guide conditions. Network NAS playback is separate and does not qualify as expansion.
Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Wi-Fi MIMO
Built-in Ethernet speed
Optional Ethernet adapter support
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Bluetooth version
Ports
AGoogle TV Streamer (4K)
| Connector | Count | Version | Role | Data speed (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | 1 | USB 2.0 | Power and data | Not available |
| HDMI | 1 | 2.1 | Video and audio output | Not available |
| Ethernet | 1 | Not available | Network | 1 |
Source5Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/google_tv_streamer_specsRead 7 October 2026One physical USB-C, HDMI Type A and RJ45. USB-C powers the box and also carries data. No USB bandwidth inferred from connector shape.31Reviewandroidpctv.com/google-tv-streamer-4k-reviewRead 8 October 2026Device description and connectivity section identify USB-C 2.0 OTG. Compatible USB 3.0 hubs do not make the device port USB 3.0. No measured transfer speed or storage adoption capability is inferred.
BNVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro (2019)
| Connector | Count | Version | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | 2 | USB 3.0 | External storage and accessories |
| HDMI | 1 | 2.0b | Video and audio output |
| Ethernet | 1 | Not available | Gigabit network |
| DC power | 1 | Not available | Power input |
Smart home
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Thread border router
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Matter controller
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Smart home platforms
Remote control
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Remote model
Remote connection
Remote microphone
Remote voice assistants
Google Assistant, Gemini for TV17Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googletv/answer/16522213Read 7 October 2026Gemini for TV is a later software feature. Original Google announcement explicitly began Streamer rollout in US/Canada in November 2025, with en-US, en-CA and fr-CA. Current help guide requires eligible Google TV software, account/profile and age 18+, and selected countries/languages. It is not a launch feature or hands-free microphone claim.18Owner's manualsupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/7582438Read 7 October 2026Press and hold remote microphone button activates Google Assistant.29Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googletv/thread/386781142/whats-new-on-your-google-tv-streamer-gemini-for-tv-more-freeplay-channelsRead 7 October 2026Same official exact-device rollout. Existing Assistant experience replaced for eligible profiles. Remote microphone path remains subject to eligible software and account.
Remote TV control
Power, Volume, Input selection20Owner's manualsupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/15157668Read 7 October 2026Supplied remote programmable TV power/volume buttons and customizable input shortcut. Infrared needs line of sight. HDMI-CEC supported by compatible TVs.
Power, Volume, Input switching3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Sections 2.5 and 3.3.9 explicitly support TV/AVR volume and TV power through HDMI-CEC or IR. Separate later firmware 8.2 enables input switching through IR.4Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 7 October 2026Firmware 8.2 Customize your menu button adds switch input (IR only). Kept in note, not advertised as native HDMI-CEC input switching.
Remote finder
Remote backlight
Remote power
2 AAA alkaline batteries (included)9Maker product pagesupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/3046409Read 7 October 2026Two included AAA cells. Box guide explicitly calls them alkaline.11Owner's manualsupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/15323053Read 7 October 2026Item 5: two AAA alkaline batteries power remote.
Remote charging port
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Software
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Operating system
Google TV (Android TV OS)5Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/google_tv_streamer_specsRead 7 October 2026Google TV interface on Android TV OS. Later software updates are distinct from original launch version.
Android TV1Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Current Operating System table states Android 11.0 powered by Android TV. This identifies platform, not launch version. Android 11 arrived through SHIELD Experience 9.0.4Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 7 October 2026SHIELD Experience 9.0 adds Android 11. Current spec OS is not launch OS.
Operating system at launch
App store
Casting protocols
Voice assistants
Google Assistant, Gemini for TV17Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googletv/answer/16522213Read 7 October 2026Gemini for TV later software support is profile, firmware, age and region dependent. Original US/Canada rollout is independently named by Google. Current guide keeps Google Assistant for under-18 non-child profiles. Gemini for Home on external speakers is distinct.18Owner's manualsupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/7582438Read 7 October 2026Exact Streamer button instruction names Google Assistant. External Gemini for Home is separate.29Maker product pagesupport.google.com/googletv/thread/386781142/whats-new-on-your-google-tv-streamer-gemini-for-tv-more-freeplay-channelsRead 7 October 2026Google Community Manager official November 10, 2025 announcement explicitly names Streamer rollout US/Canada, English US/Canada and French Canada, adults 18+. Public indexed full announcement read. Direct web read returns shell. Current help page supplies eligibility conditions.
Hands-free voice control
Mobile remote platforms
Accessibility features
TalkBack screen reader, Closed captions, Switch Access, Text scaling, Audio description search13Owner's manualsupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/10117046Read 7 October 2026Display settings explicitly offers Text scaling to enlarge or decrease onscreen text.21Owner's manualsupport.google.com/googletv/answer/10070337Read 7 October 2026Exact Streamer accessibility overview links this OS guide. Apps may not honor caption settings. Audio description search requires remote mic and supported content.22Owner's manualsupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/17066454Read 7 October 2026Exact Google TV Streamer accessibility overview links full Google TV accessibility guide and TalkBack setup.
TalkBack3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Section 3.9 explicitly describes TalkBack on/off using Back + Down remote shortcut. Current firmware adds other accessibility features separately.4Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 7 October 2026Current 9.2.4 enhancements list Bounce Keys, Key Repeat, accessibility timeout and TalkBack speech in 23 European languages. Original guide names TalkBack.
Gaming
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Game services
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Game controller support
Bluetooth game controllers, Xbox controllers23Reviewflatpanelshd.com/review.phpRead 7 October 2026Review explicitly supports Bluetooth controllers and reports Xbox controllers connect without issues. Model generation is not named.
Bluetooth game controllers, Sony DualSense, Xbox Series X/S controller, USB game controllers3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Section 11 explicitly supports Bluetooth game controllers. Firmware-specific named next-generation controller support is backed separately. No USB-controller claim inferred from generic USB accessory connectors.4Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/software-updateRead 7 October 2026Firmware 8.2.2 explicitly adds Bluetooth pairing for DualSense and Xbox Series X/S controllers. No Bluetooth-version inheritance.12Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1512596-REG/nvidia_945_12897_2500_101_shield_tv_pro_hdr.htmlRead 7 October 2026Tegra X1+ Processor overview explicitly lists USB controllers among supported peripherals. No generic USB inference.
Power
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Power supply
Rated power input
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Included adapter output
Max power consumption (claimed)
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Standby power (claimed)
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Measured
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Video playback power (measured)
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Idle power (measured)
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Boot time (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions
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Width159Height25.93Depth98mm(6.3 × 1 × 3.9 in)8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/nvidia-shield-tv-pro-2019-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact 2019 Pro review states the author prefers to lie the device flat rather than standing upright. This establishes the stored horizontal placement of maker literal metric body dimensions.10Maker product pagenvidia.com/en-us/shield/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Weight & Size gives width 15.900 cm, upright height 9.800 cm and upright depth 2.593 cm. Exact cm-to-mm conversion. Stored in flat horizontal placement: left-right width 159 mm, bottom-top thickness 25.93 mm, front-back depth 98 mm. Device body excludes optional upright stand. Exact Pro review explicitly describes flat use.
Weight
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Remote dimensions
Width38Height137Depth16mm(1.5 × 5.4 × 0.6 in)9Maker product pagesupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/3046409Read 7 October 2026Source 137 x 38 x 16 mm. Maker remote page labels length 137, width 38, height 16. Mapped to button-axis height, across-button width and thickness depth.30Maker product pagestore.google.com/it/product/google_tv_streamer_remoteRead 7 October 2026Dimensioni e peso explicitly labels length 137 mm, width 38 mm, height 16 mm. Mapped to schema button-axis height, across-button width, and depth. Same named Streamer Voice Remote corroborates supplied-remote specification. No replacement battery bundle or SKU inferred.
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Remote weight
63g(2.2 oz)9Maker product pagesupport.google.com/chromecast/answer/3046409Read 7 October 2026With two AAA batteries, 63 g. Maker separately states 40 g without batteries.30Maker product pagestore.google.com/it/product/google_tv_streamer_remoteRead 7 October 2026Exact named remote page separately states 40 g without batteries and 63 g with two AAA cells.
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Certifications
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Other certifications
FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-003 Class B, EU RED 2014/53/EU, UK Radio Equipment Regulations 20178Regulatory filingsupport.google.com/product-documentation/answer/4541589Read 7 October 2026Exact GRS6B/GY3LE regulatory group. Describes compliance claims, not unproved FCC grant ID.
In the box
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In the box
Google TV Streamer device, Voice Remote (with 2 included AAA batteries), Power adapter, Power cable (1.8 m), Quick Start Guide, Safety & warranty document5Maker product pagestore.google.com/us/product/google_tv_streamer_specsRead 7 October 2026
SHIELD TV Pro, SHIELD Remote, External Power Adapter, Quick Start guide, Support booklet, 2 x AAA batteries3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Section 1 complete box list gives Pro device, remote, external adapter, Quick Start guide and Support booklet. Product page Remote table separately confirms included AAA pair. Controller and optional stand excluded.
HDMI cable included
No3Owner's manualnvidia.com/en-us/shield/support/shield-tv-proRead 7 October 2026Section 1 complete box list omits HDMI cable. Section 2.1 lists HDMI cable among required equipment. Exact Pro Expert Reviews explicitly confirms no HDMI cable inside box.8Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/nvidia-shield-tv-pro-2019-reviewRead 7 October 2026Design section explicitly states no HDMI cable is included inside the box. This corroborates the complete maker box list.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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