NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro Review

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NVIDIA Shield TV Pro 8 GB Wi-Fi Ethernet LAN Black 4K Ultra, W125800849 (Ethernet LAN Black 4K Ultra HD Shield TV Pro, Tegra X1+, 2048 MB, 8 GB, MicroSD (TransFlash),)
$549.88 (price as of 2026-11-07)
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Reddit score
3.3 Based on 151 Reddit owner comments · Top 100% of 5 tracked streaming devices
| Owner sentiment | 3.9 | |
| Recommendations | 5.0 | |
| Spec score | Not rated | |
| Value | 1.0 |
How these are computed: methodology. Components without evidence show “Not rated” and their weight moves to the others.
Is the NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro worth it?
Based on 151 Reddit owner comments, the NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro scores 3.3 out of 5 (owner comments average 3.9 stars), and the theme owners raise most is formats (57 mentions).
Who it suits
- You care about formats (46 positive owner mentions)
- You care about plex kodi (35 positive owner mentions)
- You care about speed ui (21 positive owner mentions)
Who should skip it
- Formats matters a lot to you (8 critical owner mentions)
- Plex kodi matters a lot to you (6 critical owner mentions)
- Speed ui matters a lot to you (5 critical owner mentions)
What Reddit owners say
120 positive and 24 critical owner comments. Quotes link to the original Reddit comment.
Key specs
As listed on the Amazon product page we checked; missing fields are never estimated.
| Connectivity Technology | Wi-Fi |
|---|---|
| Connector Type | USB Type C |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Wireless |
| Resolution | 4k |
| Supported Internet Services | Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video |
| Controller Type | Remote Control |
| Form Factor | TV Box |
| RAM Memory Installed | 16 GB |
| Compatible Devices | Television |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 16 GB |
| Video Output Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (4K) |
| Video Codec | H.264, H.265, VP8, VP9 |
| Color | Black |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 years |
| Brand | NVIDIA |
| Model Number | 945-12897-2505-101 |
| Model Name | shield |
| UPC | 812674023045 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Mfr Part Number | 945-12897-2505-101 |
| Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.26"L x 3.86"W x 1.02"H |
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FAQ
Is the NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro worth it?
Based on 151 Reddit owner comments, the NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro scores 3.3 out of 5 (owner comments average 3.9 stars), and the theme owners raise most is formats (57 mentions).
What do Reddit owners complain about with the NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro?
The most common critical theme is formats (8 mentions).
How much does the NVIDIA SHIELD TV Pro cost?
It was $549.88 on Amazon when we checked on 2026-11-07. Prices change, so check Amazon for the current price.
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Last updated 2026-11-07. Amazon listing ASIN B07Z6RD4M9.