Chromecast with Google TV (4K): specs, setup & who it’s for

What it is

Runs Google TV with cross-app recommendations and built-in casting from phones.

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Specifications

TypeStreaming dongle
BrandGoogle
Max resolution4K HDR, Dolby Vision
Storage8 GB
PortsHDMI, USB-C (power)
Dimensions6.4 x 2.4 x 0.5 in (162 x 61 x 12 mm)

Data reviewed: Source: store.google.com

Apps & services it supports

The Chromecast with Google TV (4K) works with:

  • Most major streaming apps
  • Sling TV
  • FuboTV
  • YouTube TV
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Prime Video
  • Disney+

Pros and cons

What we like

  • Personalized Google TV home
  • Chromecast built in
  • Good app coverage

Trade-offs

  • Limited onboard storage

How to set it up

  1. Plug the Chromecast with Google TV (4K) into a free HDMI port on your TV and connect it to power.
  2. Switch the TV to that HDMI input, then connect the device to your home Wi-Fi.
  3. Sign in with your account and open the app store on the device.
  4. Install your live-TV or on-demand app, sign in, and start watching.

Who it’s for

The Chromecast with Google TV (4K) suits you if you want you want a Google TV interface with content recommendations and casting. Not sure which apps you’ll use? Start with our service comparison, then pick the hardware.

Double-check before buying

  • Match the device’s max resolution to your TV — a 4K device on a 1080p TV won’t add 4K.
  • Confirm the exact apps you need are available on this device before buying.
  • Check the box contents (some sticks include a voice remote, some don’t).

Frequently asked questions

Does the Chromecast with Google TV (4K) support 4K?

Its video output is listed as: 4K HDR, Dolby Vision. Match this to your TV — a 4K device on a 1080p TV still plays, just not in 4K.

Which streaming apps work on the Chromecast with Google TV (4K)?

It runs Most major streaming apps, Sling TV, FuboTV, YouTube TV, Hulu, Netflix, Prime Video and Disney+. Most major live-TV and on-demand apps are available from its app store.

Do I need a specific streaming service for the Chromecast with Google TV (4K)?

No. The Chromecast with Google TV (4K) is just the hardware. You choose any compatible live-TV or on-demand service separately and install its app.

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