Software
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Runs tvOS
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- Runs Vega OS 1.1
Media streamer comparison
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
KSh 20,500In Stock | 02  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
KSh 10,500Out of Stock |
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2 spaces availableAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026)KSh 10,500
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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 Dolby Vision HDR and Wi-Fi 6. Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select if you prefer MediaTek MT8698 MCM and Vega OS 1.1.
Connections
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0
Performance
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Apple A15 Bionic processor
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- MediaTek MT8698 MCM processor
Video & HDR
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- 4K output with Dolby Vision
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- 4K output
Ports
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- HDMI 2.1 output
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Dolby Vision HDR.
- Newer Wi-Fi 6.
- Streamer type: TV box / streaming media player.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- Streamer type: 4K streaming stick.
What matters most to you?
10 priorities selected.
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- tvOS.
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
- Apple A15 Bionic processor.
- 4K output with Dolby Vision.
- Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input.
- Siri Remote (3rd Gen).
- Apple A15 Bionic.
- 64GB Wi-Fi model, 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model.
- Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital 5.1.
- TV box / streaming media player.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select
- Vega OS 1.1.
- Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0.
- MediaTek MT8698 MCM processor.
- 4K output with HDR10.
- HDMI 2.1 output.
- Alexa Voice Remote.
- SoC: MediaTek MT8698 MCM.
- RAM: 1GB LPDDR4, storage: 8GB.
- Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital.
- 4K streaming stick.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Amazon |
Connectivity
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 + BLE |
| Ports | Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input, IR receiver. 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model: built-in Gigabit Ethernet | HDMI 2.1 output; Micro-USB power; optional Ethernet adapter |
| Casting / Network Features | AirPlay; Apple Home hub. Thread networking: 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model only | Miracast display mirroring; linked Echo device for hands-free Alexa |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select (2025); AFTCA002 |
| Streamer Type | TV box / streaming media player | 4K streaming stick |
| Operating System | tvOS | Vega OS 1.1 |
| Processor / Graphics | Apple A15 Bionic | SoC: MediaTek MT8698 MCM; CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55, up to 1.7GHz; GPU: ARM G310 V2, up to 500MHz |
| Memory / Storage | 64GB Wi-Fi model; 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model | RAM: 1GB LPDDR4; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | Dolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLG | HDR10; HDR10+; HLG |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10); AVC / H.264; MPEG-4 | AV1; HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-2/4 |
Audio
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; AAC; Apple Lossless; FLAC | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Siri; Apple TV app; App Store; Apple Arcade | Alexa; Fire TV apps; Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+ |
| Remote / Voice Control | Siri Remote (3rd Gen); Bluetooth 5.0; IR TV / receiver control; USB-C rechargeable battery | Alexa Voice Remote; Bluetooth; microphone; IR TV / soundbar power and volume control |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 99 × 30 × 14 mm; 42 g. Power: Micro-USB. Included: Fire TV Stick 4K Select, Alexa Voice Remote, USB power cable, power adapter, HDMI extender, 2 AAA batteries and quick-start guide |
Similarities
- Both stream in 4K.
- Both support Dolby Atmos.
- Both use Bluetooth 5.0.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Both use HDR10 (HDR / video features).
In summary
Choose Apple TV 4K 3rd for newer Wi-Fi.
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