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Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet vs Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026

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Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB

Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GB

  • Runs tvOS.
  • 128 GB storage in this version.
  • Bluetooth 5.0 connection.
  • Apple A15 Bionic processor.
  • Maximum resolution: 3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fps.
KSh 41,500In Stock
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Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026

Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026

  • Runs tvOS.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Apple A19 processor.
  • Maximum resolution: up to 2160p (4K) at 60 fps.
  • HDR / video features: Dolby Vision (Profiles 8.1/5), HDR10, HDR10+, HLG.
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Connections

Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Wi-Fi 7

Performance

Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
Apple A15 Bionic processor
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Apple A19 processor

Video & HDR

Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
4K output with Dolby Vision Profile 5
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
4K output with Dolby Vision

Ports

Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
HDMI 2.1
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, built-in power supply

Controls

Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with
Siri Remote (3rd generation)
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Siri Remote (4th generation)

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with

  • Streamer type: TV box / streaming media player.

Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026

  • Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 6).
  • Streamer type: 4K streaming media player and Apple Home hub.

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PriorityApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet withApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
SoftwaretvOStvOS
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0Wi-Fi 7
PerformanceApple A15 Bionic processorApple A19 processor
Video & HDR4K output with Dolby Vision Profile 54K output with Dolby Vision
PortsHDMI 2.1HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, built-in power supply
ControlsSiri Remote (3rd generation)Siri Remote (4th generation)

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
BrandAppleApple

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Wireless ConnectivityDual-band Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 6; Thread
PortsHDMI 2.1; built-in Gigabit Ethernet; AC power input; IR receiverHDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, built-in power supply; IR receiver
Casting / Network FeaturesAirPlay; Apple Home hub; Thread networkingAirPlay; Apple Home hub; secure HomeKit Secure Video processing

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Brand / ModelApple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022), Wi-Fi + Ethernet; A2843Apple TV 4K (4th generation, 2026)
Streamer TypeTV box / streaming media player4K streaming media player and Apple Home hub
Operating SystemtvOStvOS
Processor / GraphicsApple A15 BionicApple A19; up to 50% faster CPU and 2× faster GPU than previous generation
Memory / StorageStorage: 128GB128GB storage

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Maximum Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K), up to 60 fpsUp to 2160p (4K) at 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesDolby Vision Profile 5; HDR10+; HDR10; HLG; HDMI Quick Media Switching; 21:9 and cinematic aspect ratiosDolby Vision (Profiles 8.1/5), HDR10, HDR10+, HLG; HDMI QMS; cinematic aspect ratios on compatible displays
Video Decoding / CodecsHEVC/H.265 Main and Main 10; AVC/H.264; MPEG-4; SDR and HDR output up to 2160p at 60 fpsAV1, VP9, H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC and MPEG-4

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; HE-AAC; AAC; MP3; MP3 VBR; Apple Lossless; FLAC; AIFF; WAVDolby Atmos; Dolby Digital 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus 7.1; HE-AAC; AAC; MP3; MP3 VBR; Apple Lossless; FLAC; AIFF; WAV

Smart Features & Controls

Smart Features & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Streaming / Smart FeaturesSiri; Apple TV app; App Store; Apple ArcadeSiri AI; three far-field microphones for hands-free voice control; Apple TV app, Apple Arcade, Fitness+, App Store and FaceTime via Continuity Camera; Apple Home hub; four-speaker HomePod surround setup
Remote / Voice ControlSiri Remote (3rd generation); touch-enabled clickpad; Siri microphone; Bluetooth 5.0; infrared and HDMI-CEC TV/receiver control; USB-C rechargeable batterySiri Remote (4th generation); touch-enabled clickpad; Siri microphone; Bluetooth 6; infrared and HDMI-CEC TV/receiver control; USB-C rechargeable battery; Find My Precision Finding and sound playback

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxDevice: 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 separatelyBlack Apple TV: 93.24 × 93.24 × 31 mm, 217 g; Siri Remote: 136 × 35 × 9.25 mm, 69.6 g; built-in 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz power supply. In the box: Apple TV 4K, Siri Remote (4th generation), power cord and documentation

Voice, home and playback

Voice, home and playback specifications comparison
SpecificationApple TV 4K Wi‑Fi + Ethernet with 128GBApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Microphones—Three far-field microphones with voice isolation
Siri AI—Hands-free Siri AI with Apple Intelligence; supported language and region required
Surround setup—Four HomePod mini 2 or HomePod (2nd generation) speakers; front and rear pairs must match
Remote finding—Find My with Precision Finding and sound playback
Power—100–240V AC, 50–60Hz
Colour—Black player; silver Siri Remote
Storage—128GB
Requirements—Compatible HDMI television, HDMI cable and internet connection

Similarities

  • Both belong to the Apple TV platform.
  • Both stream in 4K.
  • Both support Dolby Vision.
  • Both support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both run tvOS.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In-stock alternatives

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