Software
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Runs tvOS
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Runs Vega OS 2.0
Media streamer comparison
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen vs Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K 2026
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
KSh 20,500In Stock | 02  Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026)
KSh 10,500Out of Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen if you want Dolby Vision HDR. Choose the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K if you want Bluetooth 5.3.
Connections
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Bluetooth connection
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
Performance
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Apple A15 Bionic processor
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- MediaTek MT8698E processor
Video & HDR
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- 4K output with Dolby Vision
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- 4K output
Audio
- Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Dolby Atmos
- Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- HDMI passthrough: Dolby Atmos
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen
- Dolby Vision HDR.
- Streamer type: TV box / streaming media player.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Newer Bluetooth 5.3.
- 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.
- Dolby Atmos.
- Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input.
- Siri Remote (3rd Gen).
- Apple A15 Bionic.
- 64GB Wi-Fi model, 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model.
- TV box / streaming media player.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K
- Vega OS 2.0.
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3.
- MediaTek MT8698E processor.
- 4K output with HDR10.
- HDMI passthrough: Dolby Atmos.
- HDMI 2.1.
- Redesigned Fire TV Remote.
- SoC: MediaTek MT8698E.
- RAM: 1GB LPDDR4-3733, storage: 8GB.
- 4K streaming stick.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Apple | Amazon |
Connectivity
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.3 + BLE |
| Ports | Both models: HDMI 2.1, AC power input, IR receiver. 128GB Wi-Fi + Ethernet model: built-in Gigabit Ethernet | HDMI 2.1; USB-C 2.0; 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 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022) | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (3rd Gen, 2026); AFTCR001 |
| Streamer Type | TV box / streaming media player | 4K streaming stick |
| Operating System | tvOS | Vega OS 2.0 |
| Processor / Graphics | Apple A15 Bionic | SoC: MediaTek MT8698E; 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 LPDDR4-3733; Storage: 8GB |
Video
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 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; H.263; MPEG-2/4 |
Audio
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; AAC; Apple Lossless; FLAC | HDMI passthrough: Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus; DTS; DTS-HD; MPEG-H |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Redesigned Fire TV Remote; Alexa voice control |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen | Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Power: USB-C with Direct Power from a compatible TV USB port. Included: Fire TV Stick 4K (3rd Gen) and Fire TV Remote |
Similarities
- Both stream in 4K.
- Both support Wi-Fi 6.
- Both support Dolby Atmos.
- Both connect over Bluetooth.
- Both use dual-band Wi-Fi.
- Both use HDR10 (HDR / video features).
In summary
Apple TV 4K 3rd and Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K are closely matched on the features compared here.
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