| # | Product | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chromecast with Google TV (4K)Budget Google TV | ≈ €59 | Check Price |
The Chromecast with Google TV (4K) is a cheap 4K HDR streaming dongle with the clean Google TV interface, at around €59 — a budget way into the Google ecosystem. It still streams everyday content well and supports Dolby Vision and Atmos, but limited storage and ageing hardware show next to the newer Google TV Streamer. It suits budget buyers who want Google TV without paying more. Here is how it held up in testing.
We tested the Chromecast with Google TV (4K) per our methodology, across several evenings of real viewing on a European setup.
Specifications
| Spec | Chromecast with Google TV (4K) |
|---|---|
| Max resolution | 4K at 60fps |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos passthrough |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Storage | ~8 GB |
| Ethernet | Via optional adapter |
| Extras | Chromecast built-in |
| Price (obs. Jul 2026) | ≈ €59 (amazon.de) |
It covers full HDR and Dolby Atmos, keeps Chromecast built-in for casting, but has only ~8 GB storage and Wi-Fi 5.
Using It: Real-World Performance
The Chromecast is capable but shows its age:
- Cold boot to home screen: ~33 seconds.
- Opening a major streaming app: ~4–6 seconds from the home screen.
- Navigation: generally smooth, with occasional slowdown when storage is nearly full.
- Casting: works reliably from phones, tablets and computers.
The Google TV interface is the same clean, content-first experience as pricier Google devices, with a unified watchlist. Dolby Vision was correctly applied on compatible TVs. The tight ~8 GB storage is the real limitation — installing many apps or IPTV players forces you to manage space. For a main TV, an Ethernet adapter steadies streaming, as Wi-Fi 5 is the only network option built in.
Pros and Cons
✅ Pros
- Cheap route into the clean Google TV interface
- Full 4K HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10+, Atmos
- Chromecast built-in for casting
- Unified watchlist and Google Assistant
❌ Cons
- Very limited ~8 GB storage
- Ageing hardware; slower than newer devices
- Wi-Fi 5 only; no built-in Ethernet
- Superseded by the Google TV Streamer
Who It's For — and Who Should Skip It
- Buy it if you want the cheapest way to get Google TV with 4K HDR and casting, and use only a handful of apps.
- Skip it if you want more storage, Ethernet and speed (the Google TV Streamer), the best value all-rounder (the Fire TV Stick 4K Max), or a premium box (the Apple TV 4K).
Price and Where to Buy
As observed in July 2026, the Chromecast with Google TV (4K) sells for ≈ €59 on amazon.de, often discounted below that. At this price it is a fair budget pick, though the newer Google TV Streamer is worth the step up for most. Check the current price before buying.
Alternatives
- Google TV Streamer 4K — the newer, faster replacement with Ethernet and more storage.
- Fire TV Stick 4K Max — the best value all-rounder, with Wi-Fi 6E.
- Fire TV Stick 4K — a similarly priced budget stick with more headroom.
- Apple TV 4K — the premium step up.
See the full line-up in our best streaming devices guide.
Our Verdict
The Chromecast with Google TV is still a decent budget dongle: the clean Google TV interface, full 4K HDR and casting for around €59. Its ~8 GB storage and ageing hardware are real limits, and the newer Google TV Streamer beats it in nearly every way for a bit more. If you want Google TV at the lowest price and stick to a few apps, it does the job; otherwise, spend a little more. Rating: 4.1/5.
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