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Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen vs Xiaomi TV Box S 3rd Gen 2025

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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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Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025

Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025

  • Runs Google TV.
  • 2 GB RAM in this version.
  • 32 GB storage in this version.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • 91.2 g.
KSh 11,840In 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 Xiaomi TV Box S 2025 if you want Bluetooth 5.2. Choose the Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen if you prefer Apple A15 Bionic and tvOS.

Software

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Runs tvOS
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
Runs Google TV

Connections

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Bluetooth connection
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection

Performance

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Apple A15 Bionic processor
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz processor

Ports

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
HDMI 2.1 ×1

Controls

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
Siri Remote (3rd Gen)
Xiaomi TV Box S 2025
Bluetooth voice remote

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen

  • Wired Ethernet port.

Xiaomi TV Box S 2025

  • Newer Bluetooth 5.2.
  • CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz processor.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.

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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).
  • HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10).
  • Apple A15 Bionic.
  • 64GB Wi-Fi model, 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model.
  • Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital 5.1.

Xiaomi TV Box S 2025

  • Google TV.
  • Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2.
  • CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz processor.
  • HDMI 2.1 ×1.
  • Bluetooth voice remote.
  • HEVC / H.265, AVC / H.264.
  • CPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz.
  • RAM: 2GB, storage: 32GB.
  • Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio.

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenXiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
BrandAppleXiaomi

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenXiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0Dual-band Wi-Fi 6, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2
PortsBoth models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input, IR receiver. 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model: built-in Gigabit EthernetHDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; DC power input ×1
Casting / Network FeaturesAirPlay; Apple Home hub. Thread networking: 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model onlyGoogle Cast

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenXiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Brand / ModelApple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022)Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen, 2025)
Streamer TypeTV box / streaming media playerTV box / streaming media player
Operating SystemtvOSGoogle TV
Processor / GraphicsApple A15 BionicCPU: 64-bit quad-core, up to 2.5GHz; GPU: ARM G310 V2
Memory / Storage64GB Wi-Fi model; 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet modelRAM: 2GB; Storage: 32GB

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenXiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Maximum Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesDolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLGDolby Vision; HDR10+
Video Decoding / CodecsHEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10); AVC / H.264; MPEG-4HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenXiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; AAC; Apple Lossless; FLACDolby Atmos; Dolby Audio; DTS:X

Smart Features & Controls

Smart Features & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenXiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
Streaming / Smart FeaturesSiri; Apple TV app; App Store; Apple ArcadeGoogle Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube
Remote / Voice ControlSiri Remote (3rd Gen); Bluetooth 5.0; IR TV / receiver control; USB-C rechargeable batteryBluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared control

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K 3rd GenXiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025
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: 97 × 97 × 17 mm; 91.2 g; Black. Power: external DC adapter. In the box: TV Box S (3rd Gen), remote, power adapter, HDMI cable and manual

Similarities

  • Both stream in 4K.
  • Both support Dolby Vision.
  • Both support Wi-Fi 6.
  • Both support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.

In summary

Apple TV 4K 3rd and Xiaomi TV Box S 2025 are closely matched on the features compared here.

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