Software
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Runs Google TV
- Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
- Runs tvOS
Media streamer comparison
Xiaomi TV Box S 2nd Gen vs Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet
Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.
01Selected  Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen)
KSh 10,000In Stock | 02  Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB
KSh 35,500In Stock |
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2 spaces availableAmazon 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
Xiaomi TV Box S (3rd Gen) 2025KSh 11,840
Our quick verdict
Choose the Xiaomi TV Box S if you want Bluetooth 5.2, a lighter build (142 g) and a lower price (KSh 25,500 less). Choose the Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with if you want more storage (128 GB) and Dolby Atmos audio.
Storage
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 8 GB storage in this version
- Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
- 128 GB storage in this version
Connections
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
- Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
- Bluetooth connection
Performance
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor
- Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
- Apple A15 Bionic processor
Audio
- Xiaomi TV Box S
- Dolby Audio
- Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
- Dolby Atmos
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- Newer Bluetooth 5.2.
- Lighter: 142 g.
- Lower price: KSh 10,000 (KSh 25,500 less).
- CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55 processor.
Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
- More storage: 128 GB.
- Dolby Atmos audio.
- Wired Ethernet port.
What matters most to you?
10 priorities selected.
Xiaomi TV Box S
- 8 GB storage.
- 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.
Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
- 128 GB storage.
- tvOS.
- Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0.
- Apple A15 Bionic processor.
- Dolby Atmos.
- HDMI 2.1.
- Siri Remote (3rd Gen).
- HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10).
- Apple A15 Bionic.
- Storage: 128GB.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Xiaomi | Apple |
Connectivity
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi, 2.4GHz / 5GHz; Bluetooth 5.2 | Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ports | HDMI 2.1 ×1; USB 2.0 ×1; audio output ×1; DC power input ×1 | HDMI 2.1; built-in Gigabit Ethernet; AC power input; IR receiver |
| Casting / Network Features | Chromecast built-in | AirPlay; Apple Home hub; Thread networking |
Media Streamer
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Brand / Model | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen, 2023) | Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022), Wi-Fi + Ethernet; A2843 |
| Streamer Type | TV box / streaming media player | TV box / streaming media player |
| Operating System | Google TV | tvOS |
| Processor / Graphics | CPU: quad-core Cortex-A55; GPU: ARM Mali-G31 MP2 | Apple A15 Bionic |
| Memory / Storage | RAM: 2GB; Storage: 8GB | Storage: 128GB |
Video
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps | 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps |
| HDR / Video Features | Dolby Vision; HDR10+ | Dolby Vision; HDR10+; HDR10; HLG |
| Video Decoding / Codecs | HEVC / H.265; AVC / H.264; VP8; VP9; MPEG-1/2/4 | HEVC / H.265 (Main / Main 10); AVC / H.264; MPEG-4 |
Audio
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features / Formats | Dolby Audio; DTS-HD | Dolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; AAC; Apple Lossless; FLAC |
Smart Features & Controls
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming / Smart Features | Google Assistant; Google Play apps; Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube | Siri; Apple TV app; App Store; Apple Arcade |
| Remote / Voice Control | Bluetooth voice remote; Google Assistant; infrared TV power and volume control | Siri Remote (3rd Gen); Bluetooth 5.0; IR TV / receiver control; USB-C rechargeable battery |
Physical & Package
| Specification | Xiaomi TV Box S (2nd Gen) | Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the Box | 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 | Device: 93 × 93 × 31 mm; 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 |
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
Choose Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + for more storage; Xiaomi TV Box S offers a lighter build at a lower price.
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