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Google Chromecast with Google TV vs Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026

Compare picture quality, apps, remote and connectivity.

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Google Chromecast with Google TV (HD)

Google Chromecast with Google TV (HD)

  • Runs Android TV OS with Google TV interface.
  • 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection.
  • Maximum resolution: 1080p HDR at up to 60fps.
  • HDR / video features: HDR10.
  • Memory / storage: 1.5 GB RAM.
KSh 11,000In 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.
KSh 41,300Out of Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026 gives you Apple TV apps with AirPlay, has 4K streaming and offers Dolby Vision HDR and 128 GB of storage, while the Google Chromecast with Google TV gives you Google TV with Google Cast.

Software

Google Chromecast with Google TV
Runs Android TV OS with Google TV interface
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Runs tvOS

Connections

Google Chromecast with Google TV
2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connection
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Bluetooth connection

Video & HDR

Google Chromecast with Google TV
1080p output
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
4K output with Dolby Vision

Audio

Google Chromecast with Google TV
Dolby Digital
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Dolby Atmos

Ports

Google Chromecast with Google TV
HDMI output
Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
HDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, built-in power supply

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Google Chromecast with Google TV

  • Google TV platform: Google TV with Google Cast.

Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026

  • Apple TV platform: Apple TV apps with AirPlay.
  • 4K video output (vs 1080p).
  • Dolby Vision HDR.
  • More storage: 128 GB (vs 1.5 GB).
  • Newer Wi-Fi 7 (vs Wi-Fi 5).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityGoogle Chromecast with Google TVApple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
SoftwareAndroid TV OS with Google TV interfacetvOS
ConnectionsWi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 4.2Wi-Fi 7
Video & HDR1080p output with HDR104K output with Dolby Vision
AudioDolby DigitalDolby Atmos
PortsHDMI outputHDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, built-in power supply
ControlsGoogle Assistant Voice RemoteSiri Remote (4th generation)

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
BrandGoogleApple

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Wireless Connectivity802.11ac Wi-Fi; 2.4GHz and 5GHz; Bluetooth 4.2Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), 2×2 MIMO; Bluetooth 6; Thread
PortsHDMI output; USB-C power input; Ethernet through optional Ethernet power adapterHDMI 2.1, Gigabit Ethernet, built-in power supply; IR receiver
Casting / Network FeaturesGoogle Cast from supported phone, tablet and laptop apps; Google Home setupAirPlay; Apple Home hub; secure HomeKit Secure Video processing

Media Streamer

Media Streamer specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Brand / ModelGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD), 2022Apple TV 4K (4th generation, 2026)
Streamer TypeHDMI streaming dongle4K streaming media player and Apple Home hub
Operating SystemAndroid TV OS with Google TV interfacetvOS
Memory / Storage1.5 GB RAM128GB storage
Processor / Graphics—Apple A19; up to 50% faster CPU and 2× faster GPU than previous generation

Video

Video specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Maximum Resolution1080p HDR at up to 60fpsUp to 2160p (4K) at 60 fps
HDR / Video FeaturesHDR10; HDR10+; HLGDolby Vision (Profiles 8.1/5), HDR10, HDR10+, HLG; HDMI QMS; cinematic aspect ratios on compatible displays
Video Decoding / Codecs—AV1, VP9, H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC and MPEG-4

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Audio Features / FormatsDolby Digital; Dolby Digital Plus; Dolby Atmos HDMI pass-through with compatible content and equipmentDolby 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
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Streaming / Smart FeaturesGoogle TV personalized recommendations and user profiles; Google Assistant voice search; streaming apps; Google Photos and Google Meet castingSiri 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 ControlGoogle Assistant Voice Remote; microphone, Bluetooth 4.2 and infrared TV/receiver control; accelerometer; 2 AAA batteriesSiri 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
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026
Dimensions / Weight / Power / In the BoxSnow; device: 162.5 × 61 × 12.5 mm, 55 g; 1.5 m power cable; 5 V DC / 1.5 A power supply; voice remote: 122 × 38 × 18 mm, 63 g, with 2 AAA batteriesBlack 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
SpecificationGoogle Chromecast with Google TV (HD)Apple 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 support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use HDR10 (HDR / video features).
  • Both support Ethernet.
  • Both support HDMI.

In summary

For most buyers the Apple TV 4K 4th Gen 2026 is the better buy; the Google Chromecast with Google TV makes sense if you want Google TV with Google Cast.

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