Also new in the third-gen model is a 1.7GHz quad-core processor, which helps to keep the Fire TV interface running smoothly.

The brightest and boldest new feature of the Max is the addition of Wi-Fi 6 compatibility, which allows for better bandwidth and lower power consumption during 4K streaming. That is, if you have a Wi-Fi 6 capable setup – but even if you don’t, it’s still great futureproofing as the format will become the standard eventually.

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The remote therefore can now be used to change the volume on your TV, AV receiver, or soundbar, which is far more convenient. Performance? It's very good for the money. The HDR is typically excellent and brings an enjoyable punch to lower-res material, while the audio makes for a very easy listen with high levels of clarity. Remember to evaluate your needs and budget before determining which Fire TV option is right for you. Also new is improved reception technology based on dual-band Wi-Fi with 2 antennas (MIMO) and 802.11ac support. This promises smooth streaming, even with data-intensive 4K and HDR content. Besides all that, this streamer includes access to all the standard Fire TV apps and an Alexa remote, the latest iteration of which adds the ability to control your TV’s power and volume settings from the remote itself.

The new model is even more powerful than the one it replaces, upping the processor to 2GHz, and supporting Wi-Fi 6E, which potentially means lower latency streaming and faster speeds (as long as you have a compatible router). Press the voice button and say the title you want to watch. This is supported by power, volume and mute buttons.The first version had a Broadcom BCM28145 Dual Vore 1.2 GHz processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB Storage, 802.11n WiFi, and Bluetooth 3.0. While the new second generation has a Mediatek 8127D Quad-core ARM 1.3 GHz processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB Storage, 802.11ac WiFi, and Bluetooth 4.1. The video output resolution is the same for both with High definition 720p or 1080p.

US Fire TV customers will also find a recently added tab on their device's interface; called ' Live TV', it collates all your live channels into one place. Like it’s predecessor, you’ll still find a microphone button at the top of the remote, which can be used to summon Alexa without having to say “Alexa” before every command you make. Overall, the selection of apps available is extremely good, and you should be able to find most streaming platforms you can think of – although UK viewers won’t be able to find Now TV, and US viewers won't be able to stream on Walmart's Vudu, which is currently a large source of Dolby Vision content. Still, there's such a huge variety of content, so you probably won’t miss the odd niche app unless you are a diehard fan. The Fire TV 4K Max supports the same HDR and Atmos formats as the standard 4K model, and has double the storage (16GB) of its predecessor. It too ships with an Alexa Voice Remote that can also control your soundbar and AV receiver as well as your TV.However, this model does have one obvious edge over lower-tier models, and that’s the ability to stream compatible titles in Ultra HD should you have a 4K TV. Streaming in 1080p with HDR compatibility is super-fast while dual-band, dual-antenna Wi-Fi supports 5GHz networks, providing more streaming reliability and stability. The addition of Dolby Vision HDR support is also a big bonus for compatible TVs, and the upgraded Wi-Fi “antenna technology” promises to ensure stutter-free streaming of 4K HDR content. What we have here is the first compact streaming adapter from Jeff Bezos's evil empire, which brings films and series to your television in the enormously high-resolution Ultra-HD. But that's not over yet - the device can also handle High Dynamic Range, HDR for short.