Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen, 2022)

Lightning quick navigation Gorgeous Audio and Video output Feature-packed Extremely Powerful Intuitive, uncluttered interface

Several features exclusive to Apple users

“What it does, it does better than anything else”

Excellent picture Expressive sound Responsive user interface

Limited physical connectivity

The latest generation Apple TV 4K has a more powerful processor and a lower price – making this a no-brainer

Match frame rate and HDR output options ; Siri remote now has USB-C charging ; HDR10+ high dynamic range support

Pricey for a streamer ; Many features aimed squarely at Apple users

The new Apple TV 4K isn’t exactly a radical re-imagining of the company’s streaming box, but it’s smaller (slightly) and adds a few new features such as HDR10+ high dynamic range support, USB-C charging on the included Siri Remote, and the company’s...

More affordable than previous model Snappy, responsive performance at all times A showcase of Apple ecosystem tricks Siri Remote now has USB-C

Base model lacks ethernet No AirTag-like location tracking for the remote Lackluster live TV integration There’s got to be some way to freshen up this design by now

Apple TV 4K is a worthwhile upgrade for anyone still stuck on the ancient HD model. It’s a speed demon of a streaming box that ticks off all the crucial boxes if you want to enjoy the richest possible home theater experience. And the price is now more...

Fast, responsive performance Deep integration with Apple devices and services Apple AirPlay 2

Pricey Confusing overlap of Apple tvOS and Apple TV app features Using Siri requires speaking into the remote

Despite a drop in price and a boost in performance, the third-generation Apple TV 4K is still an expensive media streamer that's best suited for Apple-centric households.

Great performance ; HDR10+ support ; Excellent features if you're an Apple user ; Siri is handy ; Lighter design

Design hasn't moved on much ; Netflix still not fully integrated ; Most features require Apple devices or subscriptions ; Expensive compared to competition

Is the Apple TV 4K (2022) the set-top box you should buy above all others? If you are an Apple user and Apple service subscriber then absolutely, it offers a great performance and experience with plenty on offer. If you just want a set-top box or stick...

Support for latest HDR standards A15 Bionic chipset is more than fast enough Siri Remote is easier to use (and charge) Cheaper than previous model Refreshingly advert and tracking-free

Expensive compared to rivals Apple TV app still isn't quite what it promises

I like how solid the Apple TV 4K experience is. I'm willing to tinker a little if my computer or my phone is acting up, but when it comes to sprawling out on the sofa and watching a TV series or a movie, my patience for underwhelming gadgets is...

Fastest CPU, GPU in TV box ; Best TV operating system ; Continuous tvOS updates ; Frame, dynamic range matching ; HDMI eARC + wireless audio ; Rich app catalog, Arcade games ; Very low power consumption ; First device with HDMI 2.1 QMS (later)

Binned A15 Bionic ; No AV1 hardware decoding ; 128GB bug prevents game installation ; Only 128GB version has Thread, Ethernet ; No 4K120 support

The Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) might seem like just another streaming device – and a particularly expensive one, at that – but there is a lot to this gadget than most first impressions suggest. It does, of course, perform its core functions well enough for...