Google Chromecast Ultra
- 3840 x 2160 output with HDR support
- HDMI connection, TV stick form factor
- Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity
- Phone control: play, pause and volume from your phone
- h.264 video codec listed
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A Google casting device that sends Ultra HD and HDR video from your phone to the TV over Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Control lives on the phone, which suits app users but not anyone who wants a classic remote.
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ASIN: B01N941UJVCategory: Streaming Media Players
Overview
An HDMI connector links the Chromecast Ultra to the TV, and video arrives from apps on your phone over Wi-Fi or a wired Ethernet connection. Your phone handles play, pause and volume from anywhere in the home.
Phone-based casting with Ultra HD and HDR output turns an existing TV into a streaming screen, and the Ethernet option helps where Wi-Fi is weak. Everything runs through the phone, so households that want a dedicated remote and on-screen browsing should confirm what is included.
Who it's for
Phone-first streaming on an Ultra HD TV is the setup it serves, including rooms where a wired network link is available. Homes where some viewers do not use smartphones should choose a player built around a remote.
Pros and cons
- Ultra HD output with HDR support
- Ethernet option for steadier streaming
- Phone controls play, pause and volume
- Connects through the TV's HDMI input
- Needs a phone for control
- Supported apps not detailed in the listing
- Spec sheet and description disagree on remote control
- HDR needs a TV that supports it
Performance notes
Picture quality depends on the source app and on how the TV handles HDR, since the stick passes video over HDMI after the phone starts playback. Smooth streaming at high resolution relies on network throughput, which is where the wired Ethernet path matters in a crowded Wi-Fi home.
Specifications
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.11 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Video output resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity technology | Ethernet, Wi-Fi |
| Compatible devices | Smartphone |
| Warranty & support | |
| HDR support | Yes |
| Other details | |
| Connector type | HDMI |
| Video codec | H.264 |
| Control Type | App |
| Form factor | TV Stick |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Google Chromecast Ultra?
The listing gives no dimensions, only a weight of 0.05 kg and a TV stick form factor that connects by HDMI. Check the space around your TV's HDMI port before buying.
Does the Chromecast Ultra come with a remote?
The description centers on controlling playback from your phone. The spec sheet lists a remote control controller type, but no remote is named as included, so check before buying.
What do I need to control the Google Chromecast Ultra?
A smartphone. The description says you play, pause and control volume from your phone, and smartphone is the listed compatible device.