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Apple TV 4K (3rd generation, Wi-Fi + Ethernet) vs Apple TV 4K (2nd generation)

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Apple TV 4K (3rd generation, Wi-Fi + Ethernet)
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The short verdict

Apple TV 4K (3rd generation, Wi-Fi + Ethernet) is scored, the other is pending

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Apple TV 4K (3rd generation, Wi-Fi + Ethernet)
9.0
Apple TV 4K (2nd generation)
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Choose the Apple TV 4K (3rd generation, Wi-Fi + Ethernet) if
  • Apple households that want the best streaming experience.
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    At a glance

    Key differences

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    Why pick theApple TV 4K (3rd generation, Wi-Fi + Ethernet)1 win
    −359 gLighter in the hand66 vs 425 g
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    Why pick theApple TV 4K (2nd generation)0 wins
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    Side-by-side specifications

    Connectivity1 difference
    Wifi
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2x2 MIMO
    Wi-Fi 6 with MIMO; simultaneous dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
    Design1 difference
    Weight
    66 g
    425 g
    Performance2 differences
    Chip
    A15 Bionic
    A12 Bionic
    Chipset
    A15 Bionic
    A12 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture; A12 Bionic chip with 64-bit architecture
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