Software
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
- Runs Fire OS 6 (Android 7.1)
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Runs tvOS
Media streamer comparison
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD vs Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
KSh 9,000In Stock | 02  Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
KSh 20,500In Stock |
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2 spaces availableAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026)KSh 10,500
Xiaomi TV Stick 4K (2nd Gen)KSh 8,590
Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) 4K (2023)KSh 9,000
Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025KSh 11,840
Our quick verdict
Choose the Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen if you want Wi-Fi 6. Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD if you prefer MediaTek MTK8695 + MT7668 and Fire OS 6.
Connections
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
Performance
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
- MediaTek MTK8695 + MT7668 processor
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Apple A15 Bionic processor
Ports
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
- HDMI output
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input
Controls
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
- Alexa Voice Remote
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Siri Remote (3rd Gen)
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
- Streamer type: 4K streaming stick.
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Newer Wi-Fi 6.
- Streamer type: TV box / streaming media player.
What matters most to you?
10 priorities selected.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD
- Fire OS 6.
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0.
- MediaTek MTK8695 + MT7668 processor.
- HDMI output.
- Alexa Voice Remote.
- Dolby Vision, HDR10.
- SoC: MediaTek MTK8695 + MT7668.
- RAM: 1.5GB DDR4, storage: 8GB.
- Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital.
- 4K streaming stick.
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- tvOS.
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
- Apple A15 Bionic processor.
- Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input.
- Siri Remote (3rd Gen).
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+.
- Apple A15 Bionic.
- 64GB Wi-Fi model, 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model.
- Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital 5.1.
- TV box / streaming media player.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Amazon | Apple |
Connectivity
| Specification | Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ports | HDMI output; Micro-USB power; optional Ethernet adapter (10/100Mbps) | Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input, IR receiver. 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model: built-in Gigabit Ethernet |
| Casting / Network Features | Miracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa | AirPlay; Apple Home hub. Thread networking: 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model only |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (1st Gen, 2018); AFTMM | Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022) |
| Streamer Type | 4K streaming stick | TV box / streaming media player |
| Operating System | Fire OS 6 (Android 7.1) | tvOS |
| Processor / Graphics | SoC: MediaTek MTK8695 + MT7668; CPU: quad-core 1.7GHz; GPU: IMG GE8300 | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Memory / Storage | RAM: 1.5GB DDR4; Storage: 8GB | 64GB Wi-Fi model; 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model |
Video
| Specification | Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | Dolby Vision; HDR10; HDR10+; HLG | Dolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLG |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; H.263; MPEG-2/4 | HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10); AVC / H.264; MPEG-4 |
Audio
| Specification | Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; AAC; Apple Lossless; FLAC |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Alexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+ | Siri; Apple TV app; App Store; Apple Arcade |
| Remote / Voice Control | Alexa Voice Remote; Bluetooth; microphone; IR TV / soundbar power and volume control | Siri Remote (3rd Gen); Bluetooth 5.0; IR TV / receiver control; USB-C rechargeable battery |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Fire TV Stick 4K Ultra HD | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the Box | Device: 99 × 30 × 14 mm housing; 108 × 30 × 14 mm including HDMI connector; 53.6 g. Power: Micro-USB. Included: Fire TV Stick 4K, Alexa Voice Remote, USB power cable, power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries and quick-start guide | Device: 93 × 93 × 31 mm. 64GB Wi-Fi: 208 g; 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet: 214 g. Power: built-in 100–240V AC, 50–60Hz supply. In the box: Apple TV 4K, Siri Remote (3rd Gen), power cord and documentation; HDMI and USB-C charging cables sold separately |
Similarities
- Both stream in 4K.
- Both support Dolby Vision.
- Both support Dolby Atmos.
- Both use Bluetooth 5.0.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
In summary
Choose Apple TV 4K 3rd for newer Wi-Fi.
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