Ugoos X4 Plus Review & Specs Guide

The Ugoos X4 Plus is a high-performance Android 11 TV box that occupies a premium niche in the media player market. As of late 2025, it is positioned as a stable, mid-range legacy device, favored by enthusiasts for its extensive firmware customization rather than official streaming certifications.

1. Product Core & Specifications

The X4 Plus is the top-tier variant of the X4 family, sharing the Amlogic S905X4 SoC with its siblings but offering the highest storage capacity Ugoos Androidtvbox.

Feature	Specifications
Memory & Storage	4GB LPDDR4 RAM + 64GB eMMC Storage
Processor	Amlogic S905X4 Quad-Core Cortex-A55 (12nm)
Connectivity	Gigabit Ethernet (1000M), Dual-band Wi-Fi with 2T2R MiMO
Media Support	AV1, 4K@60fps, HDR10, and advanced audio passthrough (TrueHD/DTS-HD)
Key Advantage	"Ugoos Settings" for deep system control (Root, Samba, AFR)

2. Market Trends & Insights (2024–2025)

* Firmware Longevity: Ugoos continues to release updates (v.1.2.4 in late 2024) adding modern features like Noise Reduction, Sharpness settings, and support for Android TV (ATV) apps Ugoos Ugoos.

* The "Clean Power" Niche: Unlike mass-market boxes (X96, Tanix), the X4 Plus maintains its value due to Active Frame Rate (AFR) switching and superior thermal management Coreelec Alibaba.

* Technological Transition: The market is shifting toward Amlogic S905X5 (6nm) devices like the Ugoos X5M Pro. While the X4 Plus is still viable, it is no longer the "flagship" choice Youtube Ugoos.

* Certification Gap: A key consumer trend in 2025 is the demand for Widevine L1 (for 4K Netflix). The X4 Plus lacks this, making it a "specialist" device for local media (Kodi/Plex) rather than a general-purpose streaming box Ugoos Youtube.

3. Competitive Landscape

The X4 Plus competes with other S905X4 devices such as the X96 Max+ Ultra and HK1 Rbox X4S. While the X4 Plus carries a higher price tag (often $150+), it is consistently rated higher for software stability and long-term support Alibaba.