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If you’re choosing between the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and Fire TV Stick 4K Max, both can stream in 4K and support Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos. The biggest differences are storage and Wi-Fi: the 4K Plus has 8 GB of storage and Wi-Fi 6, while the 4K Max has 16 GB and Wi-Fi 6E. For most people, the 4K Plus covers the essentials, while the 4K Max makes more sense if you want extra storage or the more advanced wireless connection.

Fire TV Stick 4K Plus vs 4K Max at a Glance

Feature	Fire TV Stick 4K Plus	Fire TV Stick 4K Max
Maximum resolution	4K Ultra HD	4K Ultra HD
Storage	8 GB	16 GB
Memory	2 GB	2 GB
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6	Wi-Fi 6E
HDR	Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG	Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG

Which One Should You Buy?

Choose the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus if…

The Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is a strong choice if you mainly want smooth 4K streaming and don’t need a lot of extra storage. It supports Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Dolby Atmos, while keeping the core streaming experience very similar to the 4K Max.

Bottom Line

For most people, the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus provides everything needed for high-quality 4K streaming. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max is worth the upgrade if you want more storage, Wi-Fi 6E support, or simply want Amazon’s more powerful streaming stick. Since prices can change, compare the current price difference before deciding which one gives you the better value. Amazon’s current specifications list the 4K Plus with 8 GB of storage and Wi-Fi 6, while the 4K Max has 16 GB and Wi-Fi 6E.