About TX500 Pro
The TX500 Pro Android TV Box is a popular model in the competitive market of budget-friendly streaming media players, designed to convert any television with an HDMI port into a smart TV. While specific hardware configurations can vary across different retailers and production batches, this series of TV boxes is generally characterized by a solid balance of performance and affordability.
The "Pro" designation typically hints at improved specifications, often including a quad-core or more powerful processor, paired with at least 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage to ensure smooth application performance and multitasking. These boxes usually run on a version of the Android operating system, granting users access to a vast library of apps via the Google Play Store, including major streaming services like YouTube, Netflix, and Prime Video.
A key feature is its support for high-resolution video playback, commonly offering 4K Ultra HD output, sometimes even claiming higher resolutions, with advanced hardware decoding for modern codecs like H.265 (HEVC). Connectivity is standard, featuring HDMI out, USB ports for external peripherals, and often dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G) for stable streaming, sometimes complemented by an Ethernet port. The TX500 Pro serves as a versatile home entertainment hub, capable of streaming, casual gaming, and local media playback.