Apple TV 4K Wi-Fi + Ethernet 128GB vs Apple TV 4K (4th generation)

Buy the 4th generation for a new setup or a long-term purchase. It has the A19 chip with roughly 50% faster CPU and double the GPU speed, a dedicated AV1 decoder for modern streaming, doubled memory, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6 and support for four HomePods as a surround system. The 3rd generation remains a solid 4K Dolby Vision and Atmos box with the same 128GB, Ethernet and Thread, but its A15 chip and older networking make it the weaker buy unless you find it at a clear value. Owners of both praise the Siri Remote and smooth playback; reviewers note the 4th gen's AV1 and Siri AI as the real step up.

• Choose the Apple TV 4K 3rd generation if you mainly stream 4K Dolby Vision and Atmos, want Ethernet and Thread, and do not need AV1 decoding or four-HomePod surround.
• Choose the Apple TV 4K 4th generation if you want the faster A19 chip, AV1 decoding, doubled memory, Wi-Fi 7 and four-HomePod home theater support.