Software
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Runs tvOS
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Runs Google TV
Media streamer comparison
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen vs Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
KSh 20,500In Stock | 02  Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)
KSh 10,000In Stock |
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Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) 4K (2023)KSh 9,000
Our quick verdict
Choose the Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen if you want Dolby Atmos audio. Choose the Xiaomi TV Box S if you want Bluetooth 5.2.
Connections
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Bluetooth connection
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
Performance
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Apple A15 Bionic processor
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor
Audio
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Dolby Atmos
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Dolby Audio
Ports
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- HDMI 2.1 ×1
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Dolby Atmos audio.
- Wired Ethernet port.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- Newer Bluetooth 5.2.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
What matters most to you?
9 priorities selected.
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- tvOS.
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
- Apple A15 Bionic processor.
- Dolby Atmos.
- Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input.
- Siri Remote (3rd Gen).
- HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10).
- Apple A15 Bionic.
- 64GB Wi-Fi model, 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- Google TV.
- Bluetooth 5.2.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
- Dolby Audio.
- HDMI 2.1 ×1.
- Bluetooth voice remote.
- HEVC / H.265, AVC / H.264.
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55, GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2.
- RAM: 2GB, storage: 8GB.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Xiaomi |
Connectivity
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ports | Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input, IR receiver. 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model: built-in Gigabit Ethernet | HDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; audio output ×1; DC power input ×1 |
| Casting / Network Features | AirPlay; Apple Home hub. Thread networking: 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model only | Chromecast built-in |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022) | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen, 2023) |
| Streamer Type | TV box / streaming media player | TV box / streaming media player |
| Operating System | tvOS | Google TV |
| Processor / Graphics | Apple A15 Bionic | CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55; GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2 |
| Memory / Storage | 64GB Wi-Fi model; 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model | RAM: 2GB; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd 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+ |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10); AVC / H.264; MPEG-4 | HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4 |
Audio
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; AAC; Apple Lossless; FLAC | Dolby Audio; DTS-HD |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Siri; Apple TV app; App Store; Apple Arcade | Google Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube |
| Remote / Voice Control | Siri Remote (3rd Gen); Bluetooth 5.0; IR TV / receiver control; USB-C rechargeable battery | Bluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared TV power and volume control |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the Box | 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 | Device: 95.25 × 95.25 × 16.7 mm; 142 g; Black. In the box: TV Box S (2nd Gen), remote, power adapter, HDMI cable and manual |
Similarities
- Both stream in 4K.
- Both support Dolby Vision.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Both use HDR10 (HDR / video features).
- Both use H.265 (video decoding / codecs).
In summary
Apple TV 4K 3rd and Xiaomi TV Box S are closely matched on the features compared here.
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