NVIDIA Continues Support for Legacy Shield TV After 9 Years

Since its debut in 2015 NVIDIA Shield TV remains one of the most powerful streaming devices for gamers, despite using outdated hardware. Based on a chip Tegra X1 +, Shield TV still receives regular updates from NVIDIA, allowing the device to support technologies like 4K, AI upscaling и Dolby VisionHowever, after nine years of existence, the device has become significantly outdated compared to its competitors.

In September 2023, NVIDIA released an update SHIELD Experience 9.1.1+, which adds improved Match Frame Rate in beta mode, fixes bugs in work GeForce NOW and solves problems with connected storage and sound. However, despite the software improvements, Shield TV remains limited in hardware capabilities, supporting only HDMI 2.0b и 5 WiFi, while competitors are already offering HDMI 2.1 и 6 WiFi.

Meanwhile, rumors have appeared online about a possible replacement for the outdated chip. Tegra X1 + for a new processor Tegra T239 with architecture Ampere, which is expected in the next generation Nintendo SwitchThis chip will support 1536 CUDA cores, ray tracing and DLSS, which will open up new possibilities for both Shield and NVIDIA streaming services. This update could completely reboot the Shield TV, strengthening its position in the market.