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TV 4K (3rd generation)
Apple's current streaming box, with the A15 Bionic chip, Dolby Vision and HDR10+, suited to homes that already use an iPhone or other Apple devices.
Model history · 7 models, 2007–2022
- 2007TV (1st generation)Compare
- 2010TV (2nd generation)Compare
- 2012TV (3rd generation)Compare
- 2015TV HDCompare
- 2017TV 4K (1st generation)Compare
- 2021TV 4K (2nd generation)Compare
- 2022TV 4K (3rd generation)
- Type
- Box
- Resolution
- 4K
- HDR
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG
- Software
- tvOS
What reviewers say
Reviewers agree it is one of the best streamers available, with an excellent picture, a fast, responsive interface and a USB-C Siri Remote, at a lower price than its predecessor. Common criticisms are that it is still pricey for a streamer and best suited to Apple households; The Verge and What Hi-Fi? noted limited connections, with no Ethernet on the base model.
From whathifi.com, techradar.com, pcmag.com and theverge.com
Specifications
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- Resolution
- 4K
- HDR
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG
- Dolby Atmos
- Yes
- Video
- SDR video with AVC/HEVC (Main/Main 10 profile) up to 2160p, 60 fps; HDMI Quick Media Switching (QMS); 21:9 and other cinematic aspect ratios on compatible projectors and displays
- HDR
- Dolby Vision (Profile 5) up to 2160p, 60 fps; HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG with HEVC (Main 10 profile) up to 2160p, 60 fps
- Audio
- Dolby Atmos; AC-3 (Dolby Digital 5.1) and E-AC-3 (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1); Apple Lossless, FLAC, AIFF, WAV, AAC, HE-AAC and MP3; ARC or eARC over HDMI
Performance
- Software
- tvOS
- Storage
- 64 GB
- Chip details
- A15 Bionic
- Storage
- 64GB (Wi-Fi model) or 128GB (Wi-Fi + Ethernet model)
Connections
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Smart home hub
- Yes
- Voice remote
- Yes
- Ports
- HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K 60 fps HDR output, ARC or eARC, QMS); Gigabit Ethernet (Wi-Fi + Ethernet model only); IR receiver
- Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.0
- Smart home
- Home hub; Thread networking on the Wi-Fi + Ethernet model only, for HomeKit or Matter Thread accessories
- Remote
- Siri Remote (3rd generation) with touch-enabled clickpad, microphone for Siri, Bluetooth 5.0 and IR transmitter; controls the TV or receiver by IR or CEC; rechargeable over USB-C; 136 × 35 × 9.25 mm, 66 g
Design
- Type
- Box
- Power
- Built-in power supply; 100–240 V AC, 50–60 Hz
- Size
- 31 × 93 × 93 mm (H × W × D); 208 g (Wi-Fi model), 214 g (Wi-Fi + Ethernet model)
- In the box
- Apple TV 4K, Siri Remote, power lead, documentation (HDMI cable sold separately)
Pros and cons
Pros
- Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10 and HLG, all up to 4K at 60 fps
- Works as a home hub; the 128GB model adds Thread and Gigabit Ethernet
- Apple quotes up to 50% faster CPU and 30% faster GPU than the previous generation
Cons
- Ethernet and Thread only on the dearer Wi-Fi + Ethernet model
- No HDMI cable in the box, and no cable for charging the remote
- HDMI, Ethernet and power are the only ports; no USB
Closest rivals
Model | Type | Resolution | HDR | Software | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box | 4K | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Fire OS | Oct 2022 | |
| Box | 4K | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | tvOS | May 2021 | |
| Box | 4K | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | Roku OS | May 2021 |
Previous model: TV 4K (2nd generation).
Sources
- apple.com/uk/apple-tv-4k/specs
- support.apple.com/en-gb/111839
- apple.com/uk/newsroom/2022/10/apple-introduces-the-powerful-next-generation-app…
- apple.com/uk/shop/buy-tv/apple-tv-4k
Photo: store.storeimages.cdn-apple.com
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and Siri Remote beside a television showing For All Mankind and the Apple TV interface: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) viewed at an angle, with its top and front visible: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation), Wi-Fi configuration, showing the rear power and HDMI connections: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation), Wi-Fi + Ethernet configuration, showing the rear power, Ethernet and HDMI connections: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) behind the standing Siri Remote (3rd generation): Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and Siri Remote beside a television showing Apple Music: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and Siri Remote beside a television showing Apple TV+: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and Siri Remote beside a television showing Apple Arcade: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and Siri Remote beside a television showing Apple Fitness+: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
- Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) and Siri Remote beside a television showing the supplied HomeKit and Apple TV viewing configuration: Official Apple product photograph of the named Apple TV configuration; complete supplied canvas and background preserved.
