Google TV Streamer vs Apple TV, which is better?

Recently, the search engine giant launched Google TV Streamer 4K. It replaces the decade old Chromecast with Google TV. Google TV Streamer 4K will give tough competition to Fire stick 4K, Roku and Apple TV.

In this article, we make a comparison between Google TV Streamer 4K vs Apple TV. Both the devices are high-end products from their respective companies.

Design Section

Google has followed all new design in its new streaming device. Earlier, the company has made Chromecast in dongle type design and now, with the change in strategy, Google TV Streamer 4K is a Table-top box design.

• When we compare Google TV Streamer with Apple TV 4K with Ethernet. Google’s new streaming device looks longer and sleeker than the Apple TV.
• Both devices have all there ports and buttons on the back. Google TV Streamer has HDMI, Ethernet, USB Type-C ports, and a remote locator button. Whereas Apple TV has a built-in power supply, HDMI, and Ethernet ports.

Features

• Google TV Streamer runs  on Google TV based on Android TV OS and Apple TV runs on tvOS.
• Google has given a find my remote button at the back of streamer box, After pressing it there will be a sound played on the remote which will helps you to find the remote. Talking about Apple TV, it also has a find my remote feature, but to use it you have to download a apple tv remote app on your phone.

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Google TV Streamer 4K vs Apple TV Specs Comparison

Sections	Google TV Streamer	Apple TV 4K with Ethernet
Dimensions(inches)	6.4 x 3 x 1	3.66 x 3.66 x 1.22
Weight	5.7 oz (162 grams)	7.5 oz (214 grams)
Resolution	Up to 4K HDR, 60 FPS	Up to 4K HDR, 60 FPS
Video Formats	Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG	SDR, Dolby Vision (Profile 5), HDR10+/HDR10/HLG
Audio Formats	Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos	HE-AAC, AAC, MP3, Apple Lossless, FLAC, AIFF, WAV, AC-3, E-AC-3, Dolby Atmos
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11ac (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)	Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2×2 MIMO
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.1	Bluetooth 5.0
Ethernet	Gigabit Ethernet	Gigabit Ethernet
Memory	4 GB	4 GB
Storage	32 GB	128 GB
Processor	Not specified	A15 Bionic chip
Operating System	Android TV OS	tvOS
Smart Home Connectivity	Matter, Thread border router	Thread, Matter
HDMI	HDMI 2.1 (Type A)	HDMI 2.1 (Type A)
USB-C	USB-C (power/data)	No
Ethernet	Yes	Yes
Sustainability	Made with at least 65% recycled plastic	Enclosure made with 100% recycled aluminum; Packaging made with wood fibers

 

Google TV Streamer 4K vs Apple TV Remote

Google TV Streamer remote is made of plastic, whereas Apple TV Remote made of aluminum and looks more premium. Although, feature-wise, Google TV Streamer is more useful.

Remote Control specs	Google TV Streamer Remote	Apple TV 4K Siri Remote
Connectivity	Bluetooth 5.1	Bluetooth 5.0
Battery	AAA batteries (2 included)	USB-C rechargeable in-built battery
Microphone	Yes, for Google Assistant	Yes, for Siri
Design	Simple button layout with D-pad	Touch-enabled clickpad with additional buttons
IR Transmitter	Not specified	Yes, for controlling TV or receiver via IR or CEC
Material	Plastic	Aluminum
Dimensions	Not specified	Height: 136 mm (5.35 in), Width: 35 mm (1.37 in), Depth: 9.25 mm (0.36 in)

 

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