Walmart’s $60 Google TV Streamer rival arrives with key compromise
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– Walmart’s new Onn 4K Pro streaming box (2026 model) has begun appearing on store shelves and was purchased by a customer, though it is not yet formally announced.
– The device is priced at $60, which is approximately a $10 increase from the previous version of the model.
– Key specifications include 3GB of RAM, 32GB of storage, a quad-core Amlogic chipset, Wi-Fi 6, and support for Dolby Vision.
– A notable hardware downgrade is the shift from a USB 3.0 port to a slower USB 2.0 port on the rear of the device.
– The design features a fabric exterior, includes ports for HDMI, Ethernet, and USB-C power, but the Ethernet port is limited to 100Mbps speeds.
Walmart’s latest streaming device, the Onn 4K Pro, is now appearing in stores, positioning itself as a budget-friendly alternative to the Google TV Streamer at a $60 price point. This 2026 refresh of the popular box was recently purchased by a Reddit user, providing an early look at its specifications and design.
The packaging confirms the hardware includes 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, a configuration that comes close to matching its primary competitor, which offers 4GB of RAM. Powering the device is a quad-core Cortex-A55 processor paired with an ARM G310 V2 GPU, specifications that point to the use of an Amlogic S905X5M chipset. For connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 6 and includes an Ethernet port, though that port is capped at 100Mbps speeds. The box also retains support for Dolby Vision, a feature not found on Walmart’s new 4K Streaming Stick.
However, the new model makes one significant compromise. The rear USB-A port has been downgraded from USB 3.0 to USB 2.0. For the average user streaming from popular apps, this change will be unnoticeable. Yet for enthusiasts who use these devices to play high-bitrate local media from external drives, the slower transfer speeds of USB 2.0 present a notable drawback.
Visually, the box maintains a fabric-clad design similar to its predecessor. The remote control appears unchanged. The port selection has seen a minor update, swapping last year’s barrel power plug for a more modern USB-C power port. The other rear connections remain: HDMI, Ethernet, and the aforementioned USB-A port.
The $60 price tag represents an increase of roughly $10 over the previous generation’s cost. Walmart has not made an official announcement or begun widespread sales, but the appearance of units on shelves signals an imminent launch. The company’s rollouts for Google TV devices often follow an unconventional and somewhat chaotic path to market.
(Source: 9to5google.com)
