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2 XS (3100)
The Roku 2 XS is a compact 1080p streaming box with Ethernet, composite video and a motion-sensitive gaming remote.
- Type
- Box
- Resolution
- 1080p
- HDR
- –
- Software
- Roku OS
What reviewers say
Both UK reviews praised its simple setup and clear interface, while finding local file and network playback limited. They also noted gaps in mainstream UK services at the time. What Hi-Fi? enjoyed the motion-controlled games; Expert Reviews felt competing players offered broader file support.
From whathifi.com and expertreviews.co.uk
Specifications
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- Resolution
- 1080p
- HDR
- None
- Video
- Up to 1080p over HDMI; supplied 3.5 mm-to-RCA cable carries standard-definition composite video and analogue stereo
- Audio
- Dolby Digital Plus 5.1 passthrough supported by the launch Netflix implementation; surround availability depends on the service and receiver
Performance
- Software
- Roku OS
- Chip details
- ARM11 at 600 MHz (Roku's exact Giga/3100X developer row)
- Memory
- 256 MB (Roku's exact Giga/3100X developer row)
- Storage
- microSD expands app/game storage, not removable-media playback; supported local files play through USB
- Software and services
- Roku OS; exact 3100X maker row lists this legacy device's last compatible version as 9.1. Apps and services vary by region and software version
Connections
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 4
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Voice remote
- No
- Ports
- HDMI, Ethernet, USB media, microSD channel-storage slot, 3.5 mm composite/stereo A/V, power and reset
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- 802.11n Wi-Fi and 100 Mbit Ethernet (Expert Reviews); Bluetooth for the gaming remote (Roku launch release)
- Remote
- Original Bluetooth enhanced remote with A/B game buttons, motion sensing and adjustable wrist strap; no microphone, headphone socket or television power controls
Design
- Type
- Box
- Power
- Less than 2 W stated in the original Roku 2 family announcement; mains power adapter included
- In the box
- Player, enhanced remote, two AA batteries, custom composite/stereo A/V cable and power adapter; HDMI and Ethernet cables not included
Pros and cons
Pros
- HDMI and composite connections for newer and older televisions
- Ethernet and USB media playback
- Bluetooth motion remote works without line of sight
Cons
- No 4K or HDR playback
- No remote microphone or headphone socket
- Limited local file support at launch
Closest rivals
Model | Type | Resolution | HDR | Software | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box | 1080p | – | Roku OS | Jul 2011 | |
| Box | 1080p | – | Apple TV Software | Mar 2012 | |
| Box | 1080p | – | Roku OS | Sept 2010 |
Newer model: 3 (4200).
Sources
- wwwimg.roku.com/Roku2-XS-QSG_0.pdf
- wwwimg.roku.com/static/press/roku_2_final_release.pdf
- developer.roku.com/dev/docs/hardware
- expertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/streaming/roku-2-xs-review
Photo: Original Roku 2 XS maker image reproduced by Ars Technica, credited courtesy of Roku
