Is the Nokia Streaming Box worth it?

It is worth a look if you want an Android TV box with built-in Ethernet and a webcam for video calls on your TV, at around €89. It streams 4K HDR and runs the Google Play Store, but it is pricier and slower than better-known rivals like the Fire TV Stick 4K Max, so it appeals to a specific niche.

Does the Nokia Streaming Box have a camera?

The Nokia Streaming Box 8010 includes a built-in camera for video calls on your TV, which is unusual among streaming devices. It suits households that want to make video calls on the big screen. If you do not need that feature, cheaper devices deliver the same streaming without paying for the camera.

Does the Nokia Streaming Box run Android TV?

Yes. It runs Android TV with the full Google Play Store, so you can install the same wide range of streaming apps and IPTV players as other Android TV devices. It uses the app-focused Android TV interface rather than the newer content-first Google TV layout found on some competitors.

Does the Nokia Streaming Box have Ethernet?

Yes. Unlike most sticks, the Nokia Streaming Box has a built-in Ethernet port, so you can wire it directly for steadier 4K streaming. Combined with its USB port, that makes it a reasonably flexible box, though its overall performance is behind the leading devices at the price.

Is the Nokia Streaming Box better than a Fire TV Stick?

Not for most people. It offers Android TV with the Play Store, Ethernet and a camera, but it is pricier and slower than a Fire TV Stick 4K Max, which delivers a faster, smoother experience for less. The Nokia mainly makes sense if you specifically want its built-in camera or a wired Android TV box.

Nokia Streaming Box 8010 Review 2026: Worth a Look?

#	Product	Rating	Price
1	Nokia Streaming Box 8010Android TV Box	★ 3.8/5	≈ €89	Check Price

The Nokia Streaming Box 8010 is a niche Android TV box with 4K HDR, built-in Ethernet and an unusual built-in camera for TV video calls, at around €89. It suits households that specifically want a wired Android TV box with a webcam. For most people, though, it is pricier and slower than better-known rivals like the Fire TV Stick 4K Max. Here is how it performed in testing.

Nokia Streaming Box 8010 with its remote on a plain white background — The Nokia Streaming Box 8010 — a niche Android TV box with a camera, tested in Europe.

We tested the Nokia Streaming Box 8010 per our methodology, across several evenings of real viewing on a European setup.

Specifications

Spec	Nokia Streaming Box 8010
Max resolution	4K at 60fps
HDR	Dolby Vision, HDR10
Audio	Dolby Atmos passthrough
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 5 (dual-band)
Storage	32 GB
Ethernet	Built-in
Extras	Built-in camera, USB port
Price (obs. Jul 2026)	≈ €89 (amazon.de)

It covers HDR with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, and stands out with built-in Ethernet, a USB port and a camera for TV video calls — an unusual combination.

Using It: Real-World Performance

The Nokia box is functional but unremarkable:

Cold boot to home screen: ~38 seconds.
Opening a major streaming app: ~5–7 seconds from the home screen.
Navigation: usable but noticeably slower than leading devices.
Camera: works for TV video calls via compatible apps — its main differentiator.

It runs Android TV with the full Play Store, so app support and sideloading are broad, and it handles IPTV players well. The built-in Ethernet and USB port add flexibility, and the camera is genuinely useful for households that want big-screen video calls. But raw performance lags the Fire and Google competition, and the price sits above faster rivals — so it earns its place only through its niche features.

The Android TV home screen on the Nokia Streaming Box with a video-call app tile — Android TV with the Play Store — plus a built-in camera for TV video calls.

Pros and Cons

✅ Pros

Built-in camera for TV video calls — rare
Built-in Ethernet and a USB port
Full Android TV with the Play Store
32 GB storage and 4K HDR with Dolby Vision

❌ Cons

Slower than rivals at the price
Pricier than a faster Fire TV Stick 4K Max
Older Android TV interface, not Google TV
Camera is niche; most won't use it

Who It's For — and Who Should Skip It

Buy it if you specifically want a built-in camera for TV video calls, or a wired Android TV box with a USB port.
Skip it if you just want fast, cheap 4K streaming — the Fire TV Stick 4K Max or Google TV Streamer is faster and better value — or you want a power box (the NVIDIA Shield TV Pro).

Price and Where to Buy

As observed in July 2026, the Nokia Streaming Box 8010 sells for ≈ €89 on amazon.de. That is more than faster rivals, so it is only worth it for the camera and wired-box niche. Check the current price before buying.

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Alternatives

Fire TV Stick 4K Max — faster and cheaper for pure streaming.
Google TV Streamer 4K — a faster Google box with Ethernet.
Xiaomi TV Box S — a cheaper Google TV box.
NVIDIA Shield TV Pro — the power box for Plex and local media.

Compare them all in our best streaming devices guide.

Our Verdict

The Nokia Streaming Box 8010 is a niche pick: full Android TV, built-in Ethernet, a USB port and a rare built-in camera for TV video calls, at around €89. But it is slower and pricier than the leading devices, so its appeal rests almost entirely on the camera and the wired-box format. If those features matter to you, it delivers; if you just want fast, affordable 4K streaming, better options exist for less. Rating: 3.8/5.

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