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Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen vs Google TV Streamer 4K

Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.

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Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen

  • Runs tvOS.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Apple A15 Bionic processor.
  • Maximum resolution: 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps.
  • HDR / video features: Dolby Vision.
KSh 20,500In Stock
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Google TV Streamer 4K

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • Runs Google TV (Android TV OS).
  • 4 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • 163 g.
KSh 17,500In Stock
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K SelectKSh 10,500
Amazon 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

Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen if you want Wi-Fi 6. Choose the Google TV Streamer 4K if you prefer Google TV.

Software

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Runs tvOS
Google TV Streamer 4K
Runs Google TV (Android TV OS)

Connections

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Bluetooth connection
Google TV Streamer 4K
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection

Ports

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input
Google TV Streamer 4K
HDMI 2.1 Type A

Controls

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Siri Remote (3rd Gen)
Google TV Streamer 4K
Google TV Streamer Voice Remote

Video decoding / codecs

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10)
Google TV Streamer 4K
AV1, HEVC / H.265

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen

  • Newer Wi-Fi 6.

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.

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7 priorities selected.

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen

  • tvOS.
  • Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
  • Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input.
  • Siri Remote (3rd Gen).
  • HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10).
  • 64GB Wi-Fi model, 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model.
  • Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital 5.1.

Google TV Streamer 4K

  • Google TV.
  • Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1.
  • HDMI 2.1 Type A.
  • Google TV Streamer Voice Remote.
  • AV1, HEVC / H.265.
  • RAM: 4GB, storage: 32GB.
  • Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenGoogle TV Streamer 4K
BrandAppleGoogle

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.1
PortsBoth models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input, IR receiver. 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model: built-in Gigabit EthernetHDMI 2.1 Type A; USB-C (power / data / Ethernet); built-in RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
Casting / Network FeaturesAirPlay; Apple Home hub. Thread networking: 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model onlyGoogle Cast; Matter hub; Thread border router

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Brand / ModelApple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022)Google TV Streamer (4K, 2024)
Streamer TypeTV box / streaming media playerTV box / streaming media player
Operating SystemtvOSGoogle TV (Android TV OS)
Processor / GraphicsApple A15 Bionic—
Memory / Storage64GB Wi-Fi model; 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet modelRAM: 4GB; Storage: 32GB

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Maximum Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesDolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLGDolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLG
Video Decoding / CodecsHEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10); AVC / H.264; MPEG-4AV1; HEVC / H.265; VP9; AVC / H.264, up to 4K at 60 fps

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; AAC; Apple Lossless; FLACDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus

Smart Features & Controls

Smart Features & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Streaming / Smart FeaturesSiri; Apple TV app; App Store; Apple ArcadePersonalized Google TV recommendations; Google Home smart-home control; remote finder
Remote / Voice ControlSiri Remote (3rd Gen); Bluetooth 5.0; IR TV / receiver control; USB-C rechargeable batteryGoogle TV Streamer Voice Remote; integrated microphone; Bluetooth and IR; TV / soundbar control; customizable button; 2 AAA batteries

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenGoogle TV Streamer 4K
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxDevice: 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 separatelyDevice: 161.56 × 75.6 × 26.67 mm; 163 g. Power: 5V DC / 1.5A supply. Included: streamer, voice remote, 2 AAA batteries and power supply; HDMI cable sold separately

Similarities

  • Both stream in 4K.
  • Both support Dolby Vision.
  • Both support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
  • Both use H.265 (video decoding / codecs).

In summary

Choose Apple TV 4K 3rd for newer Wi-Fi.

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