Apple TV 4K 4th generation: Cupertino-based tech giant Apple had announced its Apple TV 4K 4th-generation with an A19 chipset in India. The 2026 version offers a range of upgrades over the previous 3rd-generation Apple TV 4K. The company is betting on its “most immersive home theatre experience yet” with the offering. Plus, the new set-top box also gets a more powerful A19 chipset and hands-free Siri AI operations, among key changes.
For better context of the differences in features and price, here is a comparison of the Apple TV 4K A19 (2026) vs Apple TV A15 (2022).
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Processor and Storage: Apple TV 4K 2026 comes in a single 128GB trim (Wi-Fi + Ethernet), compared to the 64GB (Wi-Fi) and 128GB (Wi-Fi + Ethernet) trims of the older model. Among the most notable changes is the upgraded A19 chipset over the previous generation’s A15 Bionic. It is claimed to deliver up to 50 per cent faster CPU and two times faster GPU performance.
Connectivity: The 2026 device gets Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6, in comparison to Wi‑Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 of the 2022 model. Plus, the Siri Remote also offers upgraded Bluetooth 6 support, compared to Bluetooth 5. Both come with HDMI 2.1. The newer model supports an additional Dolby Vision profile 8.1 and more video formats than its predecessor.
3-array mics and pairing: As a notable upgrade over its predecessor, the Apple TV 4K 2026 offers three far-field mics with advanced echo cancellation for summoning Siri hands-free. Moreover, the set-top box can be paired with four HomePod mini 2 or HomePods (2nd generation) for an immersive audio experience.
Siri AI and remote: The Siri Remote (4th generation) also gets Find My with Precision Finding and an option that lets users play a sound on the accessory in case it goes out of sight. Apple TV 4K (2026) supports Apple’s latest Siri AI (in full-screen view) that can give watch suggestions and answer queries on a topic, which can be triggered using the wake phrase “Hey Siri” or from the remote.
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Other changes: The newer TV 4K also support compatibility with select game controllers. Plus, the newer iteration can also be used to manage smart home accessories using Apple Intelligence.
With availability scheduled for November 13, the pre-orders of the Apple TV 4K (4th generation) are now live in India at Rs 39,900. Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) was priced at Rs 25,900 (64GB, non-Ethernet) and Rs 31,900 (128GB, Ethernet), respectively, after a recent price hike. When comparing the same storage trims, the new Apple TV 4K (A19) is Rs 8,000 more expensive.