Powerful Beelink GT King Android TV Box - S922X - 4+64GB - Any Good?

[@HalfOgre0520]

After watching Chigz for the longest time I just bought an nVidia Shield and it works flawlessly. I wasted money on several other boxes and regret it. Just buy the Shield people. You will NOT regret it! Seriously, if my wife loves it, that's saying something.

[@LennyLacey]

agreed

[@TheLoneRanger1992]

Hi mate what is this used for gaming or everything? I have a amazon firestick but just wondering if their are better things I can get

[@HalfOgre0520]

@@TheLoneRanger1992 The nVidia Shield is awesome for gaming, both Android and emulation. SO much better than the fire stick

[@al-ww2tg]

got it last wk great box works like a dream. I've had a few boxes and i can say its the best i have ever had, no flaws very smooth great box.

[@5675492]

Didnt see any cooling slots. Does it run hot or throttle?

[@nicholas20051967]

, are you running it through Wi-Fi or Lan?, it says it's 1 Gps for Lan connection my current Internet is 1GB download speed will I get that if I connect the Ethernet cable?

[@majinvegeta3015]

Cost to performance for TV boxes is not advancing fast enough. I can buy a $100 smart phone hook that up to a TV and achieve a better overall experience. Bluetooth my headset, mouse and keyboard, PS4, Xbox controller all while still getting better scores. I would love to see more TV boxes with Snapdragon processor's. Great overall review 👍

[@majinvegeta3015]

@Kwistenbiebel200 search for an adapter, micro usb to hdmi MHL. You can find them on Amazon, gearbest, many places, make sure the adapter also is charging your phone at the same time, otherwise you will have to disconnect the phone from the TV to charge. gocomma Micro USB to HDMI MHL Adapter. I suppose you could also use a Wireless Charging phone as well. Hope that helps 👍

[@ChigzTech]

Yes snapdragon TV boxes would be great.

[@MrDmoney156]

I wonder why companies refuse to make a snapdragon tv box?

[@just_lily2504]

Razer forge TV was Snapdragon I'm sure

[@xorkatoss]

wtf are you talking about? name a sub100 euro phone that can score more than 100k score on antutu, I dare you

[@LNGsandman]

Got 2 boxes running Android 6. This looks like a great upgrade for my main box. Nice review 👍🏻

[@trble57]

Sorry Chigz, I watched this video but got sidetracked and didn't leave a comment. 🙁 Well, this Beelink TV Box surprised me and i think its a great deal. Love the set up. Quality is really good, doesn't lag, either. Look at all those ventilation holes, you do need those. 🙂 Mario sure was going😊 Video quality is very good. Thanks Chigz

[@patrickcadette]

Definitely not a king as yet..but most promising.😁😁😁👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻..

[@andymcroon]

No 4K on netflix is because this is running regular Android. you're basically stuck with the phone versions of these apps. The lack of sound may be due to a DRM issue.

[@markheyward1032]

Great to finally see you're take on this TV box - shame it only supports 32 bit app's, & agree that Beelink could/should update the firmware. Keen to see this SoC in another TV box with all feature's present. Thank's for another great review. Cheer's 👍👍👍👍

[@ChigzTech]

You're welcome.

[@naveenoscs380]

i am using A95X MAX. so far so good.No issues till now

[@Apollocreed2076]

I am thinking about getting the A95X max. What advantages do you feel that it offer?

[@naveenoscs380]

@@Apollocreed2076 firstly HDD ,4k support , less heat due to more air vents,root switch,dual band wifi,3 usb3 ports and 1 usb2 port..only two drawbacks (no L1 support + no voice assistant remote)

[@cadaverdog2010]

Chigz great vids as always. You can get sound on netflix by clicking back on progress bar when video has started, I had the same problem but got it fix by tuning in on beelink forum as it relates to gt king. Hope this helps.

[@ChigzTech]

Thanks for sharing.

[@stupalmer8301]

Beelink are becoming the kings of Android boxes

[@ChigzTech]

Link?

[@MrDmoney156]

@Mr Anonymous your just bullshitting lol

[@andygemperline6522]

This box meets all my requirement but one size does not fit all, lol. For me the Shield lacks option's to fully customize, I personally hate its launcher, and the Android TV version compared to pure Android! & I have no desire to use Netflix but I am in the USA and perhaps have more options? Thanks for the video & sharing information, I am a longtime fan! Happy streaming!

[@PegimampooS]

This one I agree with you. Shield basic only got 16gb rom, limited ports, and cannot play anime files.. They are getting outdated because they got no competition.. Netflix not really problem to me too because 4K smart tvs nowadays (like mine) usually equipped with netflix 4k, amazon movies, google videos, miracast, etc..

[@asriazmi]

thanks for including emulation as part of the test requirements

[@paulhill1379]

Good review on a nice TV Box,still saving for the shield.👍👍👍👍

[@Honeysingh-mx4qp]

i think there will be new shield version till december

[@retroman1215]

Good review on this box...but on the antutu score the box I have I get 121727 antutu score which is awesome I have 4 of these boxes and will test the other 3 also on antutu...one you tuber says he has problems with the back arrow from the hidden control bar along the bottom..he said it freezes...mine works really good in every aspect that I tried..awesome box and half the price of a nivida shield in my area..keep up the great reviews. 😊 I did another run with antutu with my room temperature just a little under room temp and I got a score of 123969 so a cooler room will help the box run better which it normally should run better.but I love this box as it is awesome. 👍😊

[@ChigzTech]

Thanks for sharing

[@algeriano7639]

Just got myself one, hoping to receive few coming days!

[@erictsen9403]

Is the Netflix audio working tho?

[@MrDmoney156]

Chigz Tech now does emulator testing finally???!!!! About time buddy! What decided to do it for this one compared to back then when you never did for the other android tv boxes?

[@ChigzTech]

I only did it to test the new powerful SOC.

[@mlhm5]

IMO, if you are going to pay $100+ for a TV box it would be smart just to add another $70 and buy the NVIDIA Shield with the controller. You get DRM rights and it is made to run Plex.

[@GeordiLaForgery]

or just spend another $50 and buy a mini pc does everything? :-)

[@IEraiderfan]

A good score on this box I noticed no ventilation holes thank you for the great box review. 👍👍👍

[@dabig25]

Yeah noticed that no ventilation as well

[@briananderson6316]

Tempted to get this box, currently got the GT mini

[@g8way2k1]

Hi Brian - Got an update? Wondering if you picked up the King. I also have the mini and find it to be a very good box. TheKing finally reached my strike price I set for it months ago....$99, so I ordered TheKing today.

[@davidcole2337]

I have been waiting for you to do a review on this bad boy..

[@mikenyc1589]

Thxs Chig....But is it worth 2x price vs the s905x2 chip?? Like someone said..its close to Shield price....last request Mini PC running x86 Android or Prime OS...benchmarks should double the GT King..

[@username22571]

Hi is beelink a good company when comes to updating thier android box? If they aren’t, is there any other company that you could suggest?

[@kooroshau228]

Beelink is for xiaomi company, good support

[@username22571]

@@kooroshau228 I see thank you for the info

[@granthampson5917]

Has Netflix 4K been resolved with GT King and GT King Pro? And what does one use the Linux OS and benefits over Android? Can you do an update? Or should one rather look at the Beelink GT1-A? Any update appreciated. Great detailed review!

[@ElectroSwingable]

Soon as they sort out Netflix then this will be a contender for the Shelled

[@PegimampooS]

It is getting close to shield. Many android boxes cannot play netflix hd anyway. But 4K smart tvs are getting cheaper nowadays, and they usually equipped with netflix 4k, amazon movies, google movies, plex, miracast, etc.. So no netflix on this box is not really a problem to me.

[@darrelldarrell1447]

I have a second gen nvidia shield TV. I might grab one of these for the bedroom.

[@Chris-lv6kk]

Just got mine fingers crossed 🤞

[@raffy323232]

thanks 4 d review ...no audio on netflix app??? thats a deal breaker!

[@stevesharpe]

Surely that must have been fixed later???

[@retroman1215]

Good review but I wonder why most of the reviews done on this box only get a antutu score of around 108 to 109 thousand when the gt king boxes I have as the one I am using now gets 124,203 as a antutu score so why are these review ones getting these lower scores..kinda baffling as these are better boxes then some people think. 😊

[@cakerer]

This is already obsolete with the GT-King Pro out now with a new chip and a better case for thermal dissipation. It's only £15 more on gearbest. What I'd like to know is if anyone's attempted to install Linux (e.g. Armbian) and use one of these as a server. The specs are on par or better than most SBCs which normally are used in home server scenarios but this could be a great all in one alternative for those who don't want to faff around with buying all the SBC parts separately and putting them together. SBCs end up being more expensive too once you price in the case, power supply and eMMC storage. Just look at the Khadas VIM3 prices...

[@karimmehy9357]

many thanks does it has chromecast build in?

[@khaledyousef79]

Thank you for your great reviews, I'm torn between this and the h96 max. Which one is worth buying in your opinion besides the benchmarks.

[@michaellancaster9235]

My h96 max would run hot and freeze.. very upset with that.. beelink or a shield for me in the upcoming weeks

[@ghostgate82]

Would this be compatible with Shadow? The Shadow Ghost is like permanently out of stock, that's why I'm wondering. Thanks.

[@abhijittantubai3631]

Can i use av port for headphone jack..... Please replay....

[@McLovine46]

Chigz, in order to get sound on Netflix just forward the movie 10 secs

[@ChigzTech]

Yes I realised that later, thanks for sharing.

[@Rick_Todd]

Never use Happy Chick Emulators , That's why Ridge Racer's sound was choppy. Always install the appropriate stand alone Emu and configure accordingly.

[@ChigzTech]

Yes your right, but I was not planning on doing emus, it was a last min thing and happychick gave me a quick way of testing it.

[@robton007]

No vents....perhaps they would send you a 2nd box to check the Netflix?....interesting to see if that Netflix would run through the Kodi....loved the vid

[@dabig25]

It's a non Netflix supported device

[@robton007]

@@dabig25 what. ..no sound . .....get real

[@ChigzTech]

Yes Netflix through Kodi works fine.

[@MD-bi1ko]

Hi Chigz thnx for all your very good reviews I only notice that it's not easy to catch even from your CHART if one tv box runs a 32 or 64 bit Android. This quite crucial to know if some app, specially GAMING are gonna run or not !!!! Can you add this info to the chart and aldo in your review??? ... you know just a quick look at ANTUTU screen...

[@malmjonas]

hmmm.. saving for Nvidia and ordered it via Amazon.. its on its way finally to Ghana. @chigz

[@dabig25]

Good choice Nvidia Shield is the best still

[@ChigzTech]

Enjoy, its the best.

[@hkhan1989]

Hi, on Netflix. Did you try changing the audio source? For example, Normally where you would change the audio from Spanish to English dub. Changing from DTS to another source may make it work? I have feeling maybe the box doesn't have the relevant DRM rights to decode certain audio codecs. I also noticed the box is rooted. Did you try installing magisk and try to possibly hide root from Netflix, as Netflix wouldn't even be available in the playstore if the device is rooted.

[@asmuii]

Between beelink gt king vs mecool km3 which one do you recommend?

[@ChigzTech]

I like the KM3 better.

[@nandkishordhuri362]

Kya ham gamepad connect kar sakhate hai?

[@agregg9330]

This is a good option. Thanks for the review.

[@ghrostriderghostriderfromh7255]

Oi...sabe dizer quanto de cartão de memória essa retro box aceita ? Se aceita cartão de 1,2,5 TB cheio de jogos ?

[@harethbanimustafa337]

Thanks for the review. Is there any update please on the Netflix / Prime low resolution/ No sound issue?

[@ChigzTech]

Not yet.

[@Reolzomic]

@@ChigzTech is there been any update now?

[@fernandocasillasjr]

Will this boot into a different launcher after changing launchers? Some devices (Mecool) will always boot into the manufacturers launchers.

[@South_of_the_Tyne]

Just found and subscribed to your channel, I find your videos extremely professional and well presented. Could you tell me if I plugged my dongle in for my wireless mouse would it work and also have you heard if this model is about to be replaced.

[@molotofmezcal]

No android tv. The best 2 choices still Shield (4 years after ..) and mi box.

[@trippplefive]

kinda pathetic that shield is still the best android tv box on the market right now - even after bazillion years. so much for Google variety.

[@ski740]

Affordable is why. A PC is better then shield

[@ukvaper3172]

The lack of miracast and Netflix really let's this box down. Not worth the £93 given these disadvantages. Really should be lower than 2nd place on your benchmark.

[@moomoo5537]

Yeah not worth it!

[@ChigzTech]

I considered ranking it lower, but we can't ignore the powerful performance, this box gives. Netflix can be sorted with a firmware update.

[@andymanning9573]

Great box but you're Deffo gonna need a good fan 👍

[@rax369]

Thanks for the warning! :O

[@theone70one]

You get the sound on Netflix if you pushed the movie few seconds forward and then you can push it backward! It's something stupid but works fine

[@williamquinn872]

King's Netflix issue will be resolved

[@CptHardy-ye6xp]

thanks man for your review: If you write "Full Android 9" does this means a full Android OS as you have on tablet or smartphone? Most Android versions on TV boxes are circumcised pure Android versions. I am looking for a powerful box with a full Android.

[@ncdogg425]

Thanks Chigz, Dear Beelink some of us REALLY like our android box to have a digital clock on the front. Just saying......

[@PegimampooS]

Lol! Just go buy a proper wall clock and put it on top of your tv..

[@tulusdwiatmanto8863]

Kernel Arch = armv7I ??? Is it android 9 32bit?

[@weselnyachmyta5258]

yes

[@yumseta]

Interesting conundrum this one. Yes, powerful chipset, but the lack of Netflix (I suspect this is a firmware issue as you do) and yet again no airplay/Miracast. The only other reason I suspect Netflix might not be working here is that the box is rooted - as Netflix tends to take a dim view of rooted boxes. Nice to see a new SoC too.. An official Android TV OS with this chipset I suspect WILL give the NVidia Shield a run for its money too!

[@rdeh1678]

It is not firmware issue it is Netflix themselves stopping certain boxes from using their service until they pay for the licences

[@adesupoosunbade1644]

Robert Dehard DRM rights. This is the reason why so called official android OS boxes like Shield and Mibox have big advantages cos they will play anything without restrictions

[@Playtrack22]

That box should called the Punisher lol.

[@jamesthomas8249]

Rii Air Mouse ESC key doesn't backup is apps. The Beelink remote back key works. Do you know if there is a settings issue?

[@parelio]

Hello. Does it support external subtitles? srt, sub, txt, sami and so on? Thank you.

[@ChigzTech]

Yes

[@jotu173]

Please review the Pro version of this box also as it the ONLY box that I know of that supports Wifi6 It is NOT listed on your google spread sheet (so I assume you have not reviewed it yet.

[@hamash07]

Does this box have build in chromecast

[@ChigzTech]

No

[@Martin-ot7xj]

Hi there, we can't manually install mirror cast apk or screen mirroring on this andriod box?

[@sabaelada2017]

Which one is better, beelink GT King or beelink GT1 mini?

[@Nihtglom]

Can this box have UKTV Play installed on it, and more importantly does it work?

[@EXITMUSIC2011]

I've pulled my hair out with this box. Load ROM, reboot, black screen!

[@Vvilams]

Will this box support HD audio pass-through on hdmi in Kodi?

[@elisportfoot]

Hello, my friend, how are you? Are you okay? You have a device tv box beelink king gt. Is there a program that works well in Live. The internal sound works only. I used most of the programs that work with the internal and external sound. Is there a case? Thank you.

[@benthecht]

is it can connect with Bluetooth gamepad and play PES?

[@srinivasarao1419]

These run of the mill Android boxes churn out day in and day out without much value addition. In fact, in addition they are not doing much on audio front. 5.1 is the max. Only Shield and Apple TV have Atmos I believe. Long way to go for these cheap Android boxes.

[@stevesharpe]

Surely the Netflix issue was sorted in a software update?

[@jeffleblanc8850]

People will buy because of the skull on it like the octogon one withe the colours I hav the older one it works awesome don’t know about this one I do like the look of it

[@aday6339]

Hallo, Can you download app from the play store?? Thanks

[@Meridianux]

What about Beelink GT King II? Thank you!!!

[@charleschapman2428]

Save up a few more dollars and buy a Nvidia shield, the real King. I'm not a Nvidia shield snob, I don't own one, but after following the TV box market myself and trying to decide what box to buy. I've decided that if I want to stream videos, the 4K fire stick is all you need; if you want to be a gamer, get the Shield and have a all in one package.

[@bobbykemp5090]

Charles Chapman shield is twice the price, so cant compare the 2

[@charleschapman2428]

@@bobbykemp5090 I see the Nvidia shield at Walmart, with a game controller for $188.48. This box is going for $110 to $130, and no game controller, so the shield is nowhere near double the price even at it's lower price. I can walk into Walmart and buy one within an hour, and if there's anything that I don't like about it, I can return it within an hour, good luck trying to get any help from China concerning this box. P.S. Amazon has the Shield for $188.48 also.

[@bobbykemp5090]

Unfortunately in the uk, we don’t have the shield so cheap, so my point stands

[@JeroenvanEer]

Hi Chigz, After reviewing some of your latest videos I decided to buy the GT King and received it today but I'm running into some problem when I hook up my K830 keyboard I cannot get it working on this box. Could you please help me out in this matter? Must I dload an app so it can recognize the K830 Regards and awaiting for a solution

[@ChigzTech]

It is plug and play no drivers needed. No idea why it's not working.

[@shainaamiirah3190]

This is a great box indeed...👍👍👍

[@abhijittantubai3631]

Does it install fpsdock apk... For gamesir gamepad... Please please replay....

[@veqfrkmeba]

with what are you playing?

[@srinivasarao1419]

Hi.. When are you going to review Beelink GT-King Pro?

[@fernandocasillasjr]

I'd rather see a review on the soon to be released Minix U22-XJ.

[@mikeflonned9685]

BEELINK GT-KING -NETFLIX HD. In sweden Netflix has 3 different quality subscriptions: SD, HD and 4k. I have HD subscription the apk itself don't makes the difference, you must choose subscription type!

[@UmarAbid]

It would have been nice to see Bluetooth 5.

[@wanjevi]

Chigz and other in the know is they away of removing that start up skull logo when booting up, it might be cool for the young generated but not age appropriate for the little and old ones , it scares my kids stiff each time I boot it or start it up, Anyone in the know?? All in all This is really a the one of the best second generation TV box that has an option for updating it's self without fanky cables , true hi resolution, ample storage and relatively good and smooth interface..

[@AliPAioubi]

No dolby atmos and upscaling ?

[@christophermoreland50]

Just got this today I notice you have a home screen when mine starts up I just Kodi screen how do I get to the home screen?

[@lemadoofficialstore6698]

the chip in TV box is very important.

[@williamquinn872]

yes

[@kesaveprasanna]

Hello @Chigz I cannot install the Dolphin Emulator on this one... I tried from different sources.. can you pls help where I am lacking. Also if possible please provide a link

[@linuskyle]

any news if this will get an update from 32bit mode to 64 bit mode?

[@jamesadams6800]

Is this provided with USA power adapter.

[@rax369]

According to this, you could choose between USA, UK and EU adapters: www.gearbest.com/tv-box/pp_009183684764.html?wid=1349303#goodsDetail

[@arquivogamers]

Geforce Now doesn't work on GT King Pro, the image freezes! I can't understand what's going on! Any box with an S912 or S905X3 processor runs Geforce Now perfectly! And the GT King Pro with the S922X is not running?

[@cheese9812]

this doesn't support 4k 24p playback on 10bit / 12 bit displays?

[@mihalisb8297]

Doesn't look like much ventilation, if any Chigzy. Also, why do all these boxes have an updater shortcut when none of them ever really ever update anything? Cheers.

[@jerome_morrow]

Is the top surface a metal plate? If so, it’s probably intended as a heat sink in lieu of having vent holes.

[@pok0000]

Does this have an air mouse and can you install a plex client?

[@kooroshau228]

Yes, it has air mouse

[@jubinjijo3299]

Does it works in 5mbps speed internet? What is the minimum internet speed requires for smooth and quality?

[@TriniChiniese]

any update on the netflix ?

[@ChigzTech]

Nothing yet.

[@cassianobizotto1]

chigz, Actually what matters to me is that I need a media center setbox that runs blu rays full, either 1080p or 4k, and can split the chapters as in the physical media, ie I can access the menu of this content, in my If it would be blu ray music shows in MKV format or BMDV format, blu ray same, does it do this? I live in Brazil, how could he?

[@ourdeano]

Have they sorted out the Netflix issue yet?

[@ChigzTech]

Nope

[@ourdeano]

@@ChigzTech 🙄

[@jex009fj2]

What's the maximum SD card capacity this unit can take?

[@sirusfaisal]

Chigz.. how do u install Asphalt 9 in this box?

[@IwCk]

Netflix have to get their shit together and at least give us a fully functional app for regular android. Even and official version that can play 720p would be nice at this point. I just can not watch something at 480p on a big screen. We pay for the membership so we should be able to use any device to watch whatever we want. If Netflix exclusives are what you only want to watch with this box, cancel Netflix membership and use a free movie app and watch then free at their original resolution

[@emulatorgaming9147]

What's red dot means on nvidia shield and mecool km3??

[@Summer-xu8qu]

So its also running armv7?