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Roku · 2024
Roku Ultra (2024)
Roku's top player adds Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos, Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet and a rechargeable Voice Remote Pro.
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The verdict
The best Roku for people with a Dolby Vision TV or a home theater, and the only Roku listed here with Ethernet and a USB port. Tom's Guide says a newer Ultra has replaced the 2024 model, but Roku's own page still shows this one, so check the model number before buying.
The Roku Ultra is Roku's premium box. Roku lists 4K with Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG, Dolby Atmos decoding over HDMI, HDMI 2.1b, Wi-Fi 6, 10/100 Ethernet and a USB 3.0 port for local media. It ships with the Voice Remote Pro (2nd edition), which is rechargeable, has backlit buttons and a remote finder. Reviewers liked the speed and remote and disliked the ad-heavy Roku home screen.
Strengths
- Supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG plus Dolby Atmos decoding.
- Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet and a USB 3.0 port for local media.
- Voice Remote Pro is rechargeable, backlit and can be located when lost.
- Roku claims it is 30% faster than any other Roku player.
Weak spots
- Ethernet is 10/100, not gigabit.
- Reviewers criticized the amount of advertising in Roku's interface.
- Costs far more than Roku's sticks.
- Tom's Guide says little changed from the previous year's model.
Great for
- Home theater setups with Dolby Vision and Atmos
- Users who want a wired connection or USB media playback
Skip if
- Buyers who only need basic 4K streaming
Full specifications
From the manufacturer unless noted. Shown for this model.
Device
- Form factor
- Box
- Platform
- Roku
- Remote
- Roku Voice Remote Pro (2nd edition), rechargeable with backlit buttons
- Voice control
- Hands-free 'Hey Roku' voice control and lost remote finder on the Voice Remote Pro; works with Alexa, Google Home, Apple AirPlay and HomeKit
Video
- Maximum resolution
- 4K
- Maximum refresh rate
- 60 Hz
- HDR formats
- HDR10, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HLG
Audio
- Dolby Atmos
- Yes
Connections
- HDMI version
- HDMI 2.1b
- Ethernet
- 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- 802.11ax dual-band MIMO Wi-Fi 6 (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
- USB
- USB 3.0 (local media playback)
- Power
- 12V 1.5A adapter; approx 4.5W when streaming 4K
Primary source: roku.com
Setup notes
- Roku states Dolby Atmos decode over HDMI requires Atmos-compatible speakers.
- Roku lists DTS Digital Surround pass-through over HDMI.
- Tom's Guide lists the refresh rate as 60Hz with Quick Media Switching.
- The tested reviews cover the 2024 Ultra; Tom's Guide says a newer Ultra has replaced it but no details were found on pages read.
What reviewers found
Summaries in our own words. Follow the link to read each review in full.
Calls it a speedy, complete player with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ and a standout remote, though it costs double the next Roku and some remote buttons could be programmable.
Read the originalPraises faster navigation, the remote and the interface, but says little changed from the prior model, smart home features need Roku accessories, and the ads are heavy.
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Questions
Does the Roku Ultra have Ethernet?
Yes, Roku lists a 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port alongside Wi-Fi 6.
Can it play files from a USB drive?
Yes. Roku lists local playback through the USB 3.0 port, with support for common video and audio formats including AV1 and Dolby Atmos files.
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Last reviewed Nov 9, 2026. Released September 2024. Spotted an error? Tell us.