i96 Pro II another Android Basic for 4K media playback

Another Box based on the Quad Core AMlogic S905Y4 processor that we see on AliExpress, this time called i96 Pro II and that does not present new features worth mentioning, it is basically another generic Chinese Box.

Inside we have as engine the interesting AMlogic S905Y4 SoC of which you can read our review and that among others includes native decoding of the AV1 codec. This Android Box can be used as a 4K player, retro emulation machine, IPTV, basic games and much more. It can also work as a content receiver that we can broadcast from our smartphone or tablet, as it is compatible with DNLA, AirPlay and Miracast technologies.

The system that carries this box is Android TV 11, although if you are looking for a box to play paid Streaming in 4K quality (Netflix, MAX…). There are better TV-Box for that, since with this Box it is not possible, since it lacks the necessary certifications.

i96 Pro II

I96 Pro II Specifications

This Android TV-Box includes as a central element an AMlogic S905Y4 processor manufactured in 12nm. This chip is a Quad Core with ARM Cortex-A35 processors and an ARM Mali-G31 MP2 GPU reaching 850 Mhz. A SoC includes AV1 codec decoding, support for video output up to 4K@60fps resolutions and compatibility with HDR 10, HDR10, HLG and Dolby Vision technologies.

This small Smart Box has 2 GB of DDR3 RAM and 16 GB of eMMc storage memory soldered on board. The storage memory can be expanded using the micro SD card reader included on the side of the plastic case.

Connections and system

The i96 Pro II includes for wireless connectivity a soldered on board chip with Dual Band Wifi aC with internal antennas and Bluetooth 5.0. The connectors included in the plastic case are two USB 2.0 ports, analog audio and video output port, a 10/100 Ethernet connector, SPDIF digital audio output and an HDMI 2.1 video output.

The operating system is Android TV 11 and a bluetooth remote control is included so you can use this Android Box right out of the box. A remote control that includes a microphone to use Google Assistant and direct access keys to streaming platforms

Price and where to buy

  • The Android Box i96 Pro II with Amlogic S905Y4 can be purchased on AliExpress from under $28 with free shipping using AliExpress Coins.
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