Understanding the hardware is critical before attempting a firmware flash, as installing the wrong image can permanently "brick" the device. Quad-core ARM Cortex-A5 at 1.5GHz. GPU: Quad-core ARM Mali-450. Standard OS: Originally shipped with Android 4.4.2.
The is a legacy quad-core chipset (Cortex-A5) that powered many popular Android TV boxes like the MXQ S85 and original Fire TV Stick . While officially outdated, updating or changing its firmware can breathe new life into these devices, enabling hardware-accelerated H.265 video playback and newer media centers. Core Hardware Specifications
Depending on your goal—keeping Android or turning the box into a dedicated media server—there are several routes: Latest Armbian for S805 TV - Amlogic CPU Boxes
Hardware decoding for H.265/HEVC up to 1080p @ 60fps. Popular Firmware Options