Apple TV 4K (4th Gen)
Product Overview
Key Features
- 128 GB storage with A19 chip
- 4K HDR video up to 2160p at 60 fps
- Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG
- Dolby Atmos with Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Apple
- Model Number:
- MLFF4X/A
- Upscaling:
- No
- Resolution Type:
- HD
- Storage Capacity:
- 128GB
- Type:
- Streaming Device
Media Players
- Compatible Video Formats:
- Standard SDR/HDR video rates up to 2160p, 60 fps Dolby Vision (Profile 8.1 and 5), HDR10, HDR10+, HLG AV1, VP9, H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC, MPEG-4 HDMI Quick Media Switching (QMS) for seamless format transitions Support for 21:9 and other cinematic aspect
Screen Features
- HDR Formats:
- HDR10+
Audio
- Audio Technologies:
- Dolby Atmos
- Compatible Audio Formats:
- HE-AAC (V1), AAC (up to 320 Kbps), protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (up to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Apple Lossless, FLAC, AIFF and WAV; AC-3 (Dolby Digital 5.1), E-AC-3 (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 surround sound) and Dolby Atmos
Connections
- Wireless Connections:
- Bluetooth® 6, Requires 802.11 wireless, Ethernet network or broadband internet access
- Outputs:
- USB-C
Smart Features
- Voice Assistant:
- SIRI AI
General Information
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Black
- Processor:
- A19 chip
- System Requirements:
- Purchases, rentals and Home Sharing require an Apple Account that you use for the App Store and other Apple services Requires 4K and HDR TV for 4K and HDR streaming Requires acceptance of the software licence terms at apple.com/au/legal/sla Requires HD
- What's In The Box:
- Apple TV 4K (4th generation), Siri Remote (4th generation), Power cord, Documentation
Media Players
- Compatible Video Formats:
- Standard SDR/HDR video rates up to 2160p, 60 fps Dolby Vision (Profile 8.1 and 5), HDR10, HDR10+, HLG AV1, VP9, H.265/HEVC, H.264/AVC, MPEG-4 HDMI Quick Media Switching (QMS) for seamless format transitions Support for 21:9 and other cinematic aspect
Audio
- Audio Technologies:
- Dolby Atmos
- Compatible Audio Formats:
- HE-AAC (V1), AAC (up to 320 Kbps), protected AAC (from iTunes Store), MP3 (up to 320 Kbps), MP3 VBR, Apple Lossless, FLAC, AIFF and WAV; AC-3 (Dolby Digital 5.1), E-AC-3 (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 surround sound) and Dolby Atmos
Smart Features
- Voice Assistant:
- SIRI AI
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 136
- Product Width (mm):
- 35
- Product Depth (mm):
- 9.25
- Product Weight (kg):
- 696
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 77
- Box Width (mm):
- 147
- Box Depth (mm):
- 106
- Box Weight (kg):
- 1
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At a glance
The Apple TV 4K (4th Gen) is a premium streaming device for households that want smooth 4K playback, broad HDR support and strong audio format compatibility. It suits Apple users, movie lovers and families wanting a polished living room setup. Its key strengths are flexible connectivity and high-end format support, but it is best suited to people already comfortable with the Apple ecosystem.
What it’s great for
- 4K Movie Streaming
- TV Binge Watching
- Home Entertainment
- App-Based Media Playback
- Family Lounge Viewing
Where it works best
- Living Room
- Media Room
- Family Home
- Apartment Lounge
Who it’s for
- Apple Household
- Movie Lover
- Streaming Subscriber
- Family Viewer
- Smart Home User
Things to consider
It is a strong fit for Apple-centric homes, but buyers wanting a platform-neutral experience or included advanced remote features may prefer other streaming devices.
App coverage score
8/10 - Well suited to mainstream streaming and Apple services, with solid app-based entertainment use.
Smart tv compatibility
Best with a compatible 4K HDR TV; requires a suitable display to access full 4K and HDR features.
Ease of setup rating
8/10 - Straightforward for most home users, especially if they already use Apple services.
Family friendliness
High - well suited to shared household streaming, rentals and Home Sharing in a lounge room setup.
Remote control usability
7/10 - Includes a Siri Remote, though buyers wanting more advanced remote features may prefer alternatives.
Key benefits
- 4K HDR Streaming: Delivers sharp picture quality on a compatible 4K HDR TV for movies, shows and app content.
- Dolby Vision Support: Helps compatible content look more dynamic with improved contrast and colour detail.
- HDR10+ Support: Broadens compatibility with HDR content across more streaming services and displays.
- Dolby Atmos Audio: Adds more immersive sound when paired with compatible speakers or sound systems.
- 128GB Storage: Gives extra room for apps and downloads compared with lower-capacity streaming devices.
- Ethernet Connectivity: Offers a stable wired network option for homes that want dependable streaming performance.
- Bluetooth 6: Supports modern wireless accessory connections for a flexible lounge room setup.
- Broad Audio Format Support: Plays back formats including Apple Lossless, FLAC, AIFF and WAV for wider media compatibility.
Q: Does Apple TV 4K need a 4K HDR television to make sense?
A: No. Apple TV 4K can still be used with an HD TV, but 4K and HDR formats only work on a compatible 4K HDR screen. If your television is not 4K HDR, you will still get video output, just not Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+ or HLG.
Q: Will Ethernet give a more stable connection than Wi-Fi here?
A: Yes. This model supports both Wi-Fi and Ethernet, so Ethernet suits a fixed lounge room setup where stability matters most. Wi-Fi is more flexible for placement, but performance will depend on the strength and congestion of your home network.
Q: Can this Apple TV output Dolby Atmos on any television?
A: No. Apple TV 4K supports Dolby Atmos, but your TV, soundbar or receiver also needs to support Dolby Atmos for you to hear it that way. If the rest of the setup only supports standard surround, audio falls back to a compatible format.
Q: Why would 128GB storage matter on a streaming device?
A: Apple TV 4K has 128GB of storage, which suits homes that keep a larger mix of apps, rentals and Home Sharing content in regular use. It is more useful for a busy shared device than for basic streaming with only a small app list.
Q: Can it play DVDs, Blu-ray discs or record free-to-air TV?
A: No. Apple TV 4K is a streaming device, not a disc player or recorder, so it will not play DVDs or Blu-ray discs and it does not record television. It is designed for app-based streaming, rentals and Home Sharing instead of physical media.
Q: Does this model upscale Full HD streaming to 4K?
A: No. This model does not list 4K upscaling, so Full HD content is not converted by the device to a sharper 4K version. To see native 4K detail, the movie, show or app stream itself needs to be available in 4K.
Q: Is 21:9 screen support useful for cinematic projectors and ultrawide displays?
A: Yes. Apple TV 4K supports 21:9 and other cinematic aspect ratios, which can suit compatible projectors or ultrawide displays better than a standard TV shape. The screen still needs to support that format for it to display correctly.