Apple TV 4K vs. Chromecast with Google TV

Which is better? - the Apple TV 4K or Chromecast with Google TV? What are the features they have in common, which features set them apart, and which device do we recommend for the average TV viewer looking for the best streaming box experience?
We'll take you through some of the top features of these devices including AirPlay, Google Cast, Recommendation UI, using AirPlay speakers & AirPods for sound from the Apple TV, SharePlay, the pricing difference between the two and which one we think performs better over the long-term.
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0:00 - Performance
0:55 - Apple TV sound cut outs
1:21 - AirPlay for video & sound
2:25 - Spatial Audio with AirPods
2:49 - Pixel Buds Pro Spatial Audio
3:16 - Audio sharing feature
3:31 - SharePlay
4:06 - Apple Fitness
4:22 - Siri Remote
4:58 - Chromecast priced significantly less
5:33 - Google TV & Cast support
6:08 - Cast speaker groups
6:29 - Content discovery and availability
7:16 - Recommendations
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[@6MonthsLater]

**Update Nov 2022** The issue with audio cutouts has been resolved and shows and movies on Netflix and other services now play normally. **Note on sales** We've seen the Apple TV 4k go for as low as $119 and the Chromecast with Google TV go for $39.99. Click the purchase links below to check the latest prices on Amazon: Chromecast with Google TV: amzn.to/3QTEoDd Apple TV 4K: amzn.to/3A7WFWO Nvidia Shield: amzn.to/3AvFNL4

[@misterlexx2721]

I am not in the Apple ecosystem. I am a Samsung junkie so I will stick my Amazon Fire Stick. The only reason I prefer a streaming device is to allow me to modify the aspect ratios on movies to fill my TV screen. Watching on my TV built in apps don't allow me to do that. I am an old school person so I live to see a movie fill my screen not a letter box.🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@spayce9284]

U gotta do this again but with the newer 4K google chromcast

[@6MonthsLater]

You mean the new Apple TV? The Chromecast doesn’t appear to have an updated 4K version, though they did come out with the new HD version. - Josh

[@ZeekTheZack22]

I actually just picked up a Google TV for the new sales price for the bedroom to stream KZbin TV. Figured something simple would work perfectly there. I have the Apple TV 4K in the living room for that performance boost!

[@artemgrauberger8775]

The Chromecast with Google TV in the *4K Version* costs $59, not $39 (which is only HD).

[@dvTechHub]

I've tested both in my home as I use both iPhone and Android phones, and I have to say I always gravitate to the Chromecast. Apple interface is better but it doesn't work with my smart home devices, Nest, Ring, etc. I do like Apple's GUI however. But Chromecast offers better recommendations based on ratings.

[@fardoche6]

@@rayquazahere8529 american means stupid in your definition

[@leeallenbeal]

Its not

[@elguapo503]

Chromecast with Google TV competes with firestick. They give you all the basics you need and keep the price down so that more people will put them in their homes. And there was no mention of google assistant. It would be nice to see a comparison of how both those features work on each device.

[@Andersljungberg]

However, surround sound has been an issue with Chrome cast

[@elguapo503]

@@Andersljungberg Interesting. I have 3 Chromes and 3 firesticks. I don't have any issues with either on my surround sound. Is this with both Chromecast models?

[@KisameSempai]

I have just tried google assistant on my new TCL tv show. the fire tv Alexa is superior imo

[@tsenif]

bought my Chromecast with Google TV on sale for $30... had a $10 off coupon as well, so $20? Easy buy for me lol

[@6MonthsLater]

That’s a steal

[@Granfoss]

Never had any problem with audio cut out. I think it depends on the cable/reciever or tv. Or settings in the Apple TV?

[@B1eardog]

Dealing with the audio cut out on my subwoofer is quite annoying. You are right, didn't always have this issue. I really hope they patch that soon.

[@MrAp2big]

It has not, iOS 16 did nothing to alleviate the issue, Dolby atmos sound works when it wants to, I have a 7.1 system and never had any sound issues with a chromecast.

[@pm45678]

Interesting about the audio dropout you’ve had on the Apple TV. I was having major issues with audio sync on my Apple TV, and no amount of adjusting the AVR worked. I finally gave up and connected the Apple TV directly to my TV, and all problems disappeared. If you’re routing your Apple TV through your AVR, it might be worth trying.

[@NobleOne]

I had dropouts aswell, however my Apple TV was connected directly to my TV. The solution was a higher quality HDMI cabel. Ended up using an VivoLink Pro cable. There amazing.

[@tomm5517]

Nice review, I looked at both, I didn't see enough differences over the 2 platforms. I chose Google over apple mainly because i have all google products in my house. Thanks for the review, great information as always.

[@rickystafford7433]

for $20 im super impressed with the chromecast. Didn’t need more than 1080p as it’s going on an older TV and I’m happy to be able to use one remote for power/volume/controls. I always used chromecasts before and just casted everything but having the remote is nice.

[@BobSince1981]

Love your reviews sir. Great job as always! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@sheldonpopesp]

In Australia a Foxtel Now box (an old Android TV box sold on Kogan) can be a upgrade if you don't care about using an older android 7 interface (you can root the device to add Android 12). I really like that it has a SPDIF output for my speakers and I don't need a hub to connect the Ethernet cable plus it can play 4K content like the Chromecast ultra.

[@NeptuneSega]

Chinese players have malware

[@ErnPrivado]

I go for Chromecast just because it has Apple TV+. It just completed the Chromecast experience with a cheaper price, if it does not offer that then it would suck if you were an apple user. but if you can buy a new android TV with Apple TV+ app (since apple lock it to selected andriod TV devices you can't even work it on sideload) like Sony then just get that.

[@ES-qy2ju]

Im an Android user happy with the Apple TV. I used Chromecast with Google TV for a few months because i use an Android Phone, I'm not an Apple User. But the UX is quite bad, the home screen is always full of ads of content that i dont watch. The Google TV UI isnt even in 4K and is noticeable, also doesn't have Frame Rate Matching which is crucial to enable Film mode. I bought an Apple TV 4K and is much much better, i dont even have an iPhone so i cant use a lot of stuff, but for a streaming box is quite enough. The UI us so smooth, and the TV app is much better organized that Google TV with curated collections. Also Apple Music is simply superior to Spotify and is a shame that it doesn't exist an app for Android TV, but i doubt that the Chromecast could run it smoothly. I didnt have to setup the Plex app or Emby, i went completely with Infuse 7 and works much better than the Plex or Emby app for Android TV.

[@h.d.5288]

About that lag, how were you connected to the internet, Wi-Fi or through a Ethernet cable?

[@joaovtaveira]

7:50 yes rich boy, "under power to recommend"! Absolutely ridiculous, there are plenty of models even less powered than Chromecast with Google TV and work just fine and cost even less.

[@joaovtaveira]

And another thing, the video is totally absurd, this is like compare Mercedes with Bentley, it just doesn't make absolutely no sense.

[@rjpearson]

Exactly! Doesn't help that the Apple TV is close to 4x the price. The Nvidia Shield is more of a fair comparison since it offers closer specs/performance. Google may release a higher end model in the future with more storage and better performance which would be a fairer comparison.

[@cthomas025]

I wish that Google would release a higher end Chromecast to properly compete with AppleTV's hardware. I would definitely buy just one of those for the main living room TV while just having the reagular Chromecast dongles on any other TV.

[@Dewlone]

My only issue with the Chromecast is that it doesn't play nice with my Soundbar. You have to tweak the CEC settings carefully so it doesn't keep it off and you have to replug it in each time you use it. The sound also cuts occasionally at the start of streams.

[@28Justchecking]

Oh i have 3 chromecast no issues Could it be ur soundbar ?

[@seanleeduncan]

Thanks for the video. Can you cast KZbin videos from iOS to Apple TV?

[@ChristopherGavin]

yes - Airplay is built into the iOS KZbin App

[@paulmcintosh8302]

I'm looking at purchasing either an Apple TV or Chromecast with Google TV for my family (with 2 young kids). It seems one big advantage of the Google TV for families over the Apple TV is the fact that you can set up a seperate profile for kids so they can have all their apps in one profile, and adults can have all their apps in seperate profile. Where Apple TV doesn't seem to have that ability and you have to put passcodes on all apps to restrict kids access to adult content. For me that seems a big oversight, and if true, will prevent me from buying an Apple TV as I'd be having to enter passcodes every time I access apps. Maybe I'm wrong? Any one have experience with this? Thanks

[@kikihun9726]

Can you test nvidia shield tv too? Lots of reviews says that nvidia shield has the best image processing.

[@SkyWarrior2000]

is there a plan that Google TV supports the strereo audio stream to nest audio?

[@wrxrox]

I have both products and while they both work pretty well the Google product drops my Wi-Fi Netwerk from time to time and then has trouble reconnecting for no particular reason where is my Apple TV does not have this issue at all.

[@emredan6470]

Does Apple tv also recommend movies from services like disney+ and prime video?

[@bgjck]

I only felt slight lag with my Chromecast with Google TV when the storage was almost full (it only has like 4GB of useable storage), but you can get a USB-C hub and use a USB flash drive as part of the internal storage (You need a power adapter with more watts to power the hub)

[@greghull3189]

Getting the hub, flash drive and power adapter/cord does drive the $50 CCGTV up to around $120 + or minus, correct? So you end up within the same price point (or close to it) of a new 2022 Apple TV 4K with 64GB. I believe Google needs to update their processor and onboard memory of the CCGTV on the next generation. I had purchased two CCGTV's back in Jan. 22 and after a few weeks the problems with freezing started to rear it's ugly head. I did everything by the book to clear memory by force stopping the apps and clearing cache daily. All the apps we used (which were around 10 apps total), were all your basic streaming apps without side loads. I don't have any freezing or lag issue with the 2022 ATV 4K's we currently use and I'm not having to worry about clearing cache every day.

[@bgjck]

@@greghull3189 I think Google TV is better when it's integrated into a smart tv, Apple TV is only a set top box and is not integrated into any smart tvs

[@greghull3189]

@@bgjck True. I actually prefer the software and UI of the CCGTV over the ATV. It’s a fun device to use.

[@futbol1972]

I have the ax6 model number cax30 nighthawk and have google devices. My chromcast with remote keeps disconecting. I called Google and netgear and they both told me the have some compatible issues with netgear I logged in into guess network to see if that would help but it does not. So iam thiking about replacing chromcast ultra with apple tv or just replace the nighthawk. Having g issues conecting nest doorbell too:(

[@Dave--FkTheDeepstate]

Thanks. Anyone know how these compare to an Amazon Fire TV 4K and 4K max (sometimes on sale for $30) ?

[@techextremist2545]

The Amazon Fire TV 4K is way better than both these devices, I have all the Fire TV models almost except the Cubes and the new Fire Stick 4K Max and they perform great and the great remote has gotten even better with the new Power, Volume and Mute buttons added ! The Apple TV is way to expensive and remote is not that great and Google Chrome cast is not mature enough because Google only now added a remote 🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Dave--FkTheDeepstate]

@@techextremist2545 Thanks. Have you noticed any 4K playback issues? I have an FTV4K that stutters badly on most of the 4K videos (actual files) that I've tried to play with Kodi. (I heard that most/all streaming 4K is not really 4K, just 'enhanced' 1080p). This is why I'm thinking about upgrading to the 4K Max.

[@paul28177]

i would have been curious to see how these compare with fire stick tv and fire cube tv (as chrome TV competes with fire stick...and fire cube tv competes with apple tv)

[@transfer1992]

Does the Apple TV+ app on Chromecast with Google TV 4K play bought/rented 4K content in actual 4K quality? This is the only thing preventing me from buying the 4K Chromecast with Google TV right now.

[@nicoleturner1851]

I love the fact that you can play games on the chromecast, games with the remote, or games which you play with multiple people while using a phone/tablet as the controller.

[@javtimestwo]

This was very educational. I don’t have either. My big question: are you able to view local channels, over the air channels with either? Or is it strictly streaming viewing only?

[@6MonthsLater]

There’s no antenna hookup with either, you’d need to subscribe to a service that has all your local channels like KZbin TV. Some news stations do have free apps for both platforms that allow you to watch local news broadcasts if you’re primarily looking to just get your local news.

[@oneneighboraway4945]

Apple TV supports optimum tv for access to all live channels

[@rdcal]

I am a little unaware of tech stuff, so what is the benefit of Chromecast 4k. Do we still need to subscribe to Netflix, Amazon prime to watch their content?

[@devinandrew8141]

This is the review I needed!! I was considering getting one!

[@titancrash8926]

My dad recently switched from the Chromecast to the Roku Ultra and he's happier with it. I personally use the Apple TV 4K from 2017 and I have 0 issues. My TV doesn't support Dolby Atmos and I don't have audio issues I believe. Don't plan on switching any time soon.

[@lightwork5414]

chromecast isnt google tv

[@user-ry4xn3bx4l]

​@@lightwork5414yeah isn't that just showing your phone / tablet on your TV?

[@HShango]

I prefer Chromecast Google TV, since my ecosystem is windows & android (android tends to be a little bit more friendly towards windows over apple walled garden ecosystem, which I hate) that's why I can't bother investing in Apple inc.

[@AFiveDayStorm]

The only Apple thing I’ll be using when I switch to Android is AppleTV+ those shows are amazing

[@macinman]

Hey Josh, been a while since I've commented on one of your videos. Hope all is well I have the CCGTV, ATV 3rnd Gen 4k, and a Shield TV. The Shield is primarily for Plex since it's the only device that can do bitstream audio for local streaming e.g. lossless ATMOS, etc. The CCGTV has pretty much replace my Roku as my general streaming device, the ATV is for backup, and Apple specific features outside their TV service. One thing I didn't hear you mention in the list of Pros for the CCGTV is the fact services such as KZbin are google owned, so they typically support the latest features / codecs, and other standards before third party support. The other reason I keep an Apple TV around is for Apple Music (spatial audio support.) One thing you could have also mentioned is the CCGTV remote, it's good for custom setups of multiple devices. E.g. I have the power and input buttons setup to control the TV, the volume buttons control the sound bar. The Apple TV is limited to one device, and one form of control (either CEC, or IR) Since CEC can be a problem I disable it, and rely on IR, both the CCGTV, and Shield remotes make good universal remotes for multiple device control. Anyway, great to see you're still doing videos. Have a great day!

[@JakeDiToro]

While the AppleTV+ app exists on the Chromecast I curious if you've actually used it recently for any serious viewing? I got the service and used the app back when Foundation was released (good choice for visuals there) and found the app to be horrible. Video lockups that would require pulling the power on the chromecast. Crashes of the app to the chromcast home screen. I limped though Foundation and promptly canceled the service.

[@6MonthsLater]

Haven’t had any issues with it recently. When we were having the sound drop outs on the Apple TV we switched back to the Chromecast and were able to watch some Ted Lasso & Loot without issue.

[@Bigromeo43]

Thanks for review!!

[@l4ndz3r]

can u screen mirror using iphone to apple tv?

[@EddyGraphic]

I have the Chromecast with Google TV, Nvidia Shield TV Pro, and 3 Apple TVs a 2017 4K and 2 2021 4Ks, the Apple TVs are definitely the smoothest.

[@sudipto.sarkar]

Any deference on Dolby Atmos? How is Google TV Atmos?

[@chrisbullock6477]

Also what doesn't get mentioned on more surface level reviews like this one is performance and codecs while streaming with Media Server Apps like PLEX. Dolby Vision is not supported with Apple TV.

[@tom2point0]

I absolutely love this video for the simple fact that he states right off the bat which device he actually prefers and then goes into all the details about why. He talks about both of them, but he gives that information right up front in the first 15 seconds of the video. I really hate those videos that ask which device do I like? And then they make you watch the whole video or scroll through the whole video to find out which one they actually like. I appreciate this video!

[@Zactivist]

Recently I was looking to upgrade from an older Firestick, and tried the $50 Chromecast. Then, I happened to see Walmart has a $20 ONN Android TV device people were raving about, so I picked one up, put them to the test side by side. Hands down, the $20 ONN Android TV device spanked the actual Chromecast, which surprised me. It's an official Google device, so no issues with compatibility like some cheap Android devices. Possibly I got a bad one, but the Chromecast was laggier and kept randomly rebooting itself. I finally just sent it back and am enjoying the ONN device which I was able to add 256GB of storage to and use from everything to light gaming to all the features of the Chromecast- plus customize the look and feel of it exactly as I want. I'm not an Apple person for these type of devices- if I were going to spend ATV money on a streaming devices I'd prefer something like the nVidia shield. But for $20, I can't complain about the ONN Android TV device- I like it so much I got 2 more for our other TV and projector. Oh, and the $20 ONN has a BETTER remote (IMO) than the Chromecast. So $60 to outfit 3 entertainment systems with what works great for my needs- can't complain!

[@KingDeadMan]

Ayo, that's quite interesting! 😳

[@supriyasou3722]

The only issue is that oann doesn’t have Dolby vision which both fire tv 4k and chromecast have

[@fredriks91]

Everything you mentioned works on chromecast and android + casting from iPhone. I don't spacial audio, but I bet you can have dolby atmos and 360 sound like on your Sony headphones

[@mrghqrt4234]

The fun part is any Roku device wipes the floor with both devices. Constantly updated and never had any audio drop or lagging with a Roku. I feel people care too much about brands.

[@beazdakid1988]

If the remote had a gyroscope it would’ve been easily the best streamer. Because if would be able to play games in Apple Arcade. Apple taking the gyroscope out was crazy. but overall i have 2 Apple TV 4K and i love them both. I have the 21 version in my living room hooked up to some HomePod minis. And 1 2017 in my bed room. Easily kills my tvs display and if your in the Apple ecosystem its a must have. Best streamer

[@lusther3385]

I’ve been using Chromecast since 2019 and I’ve been enjoying it so far. But I am very curious about Apple TV and would love to check it out. Also I’m an iphone user so i can’t cast anything from my iphone to the tv. Thank you for this review and I’ll go ahead and purchase one. 😊

[@alexkarthik1064]

the big difference is "GOOGLE VOICE ASSISTANT". It's just incredibly smart and useful to navigate around either the "home UI" or any other "Platform UIs"

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@6:50 can you watchlist Netflix original content now with Google Chromecast 4k in 2024?

[@aikopot]

i know some are saying its odd to compare these two because of the price but i’m literally trying to decide between them

[@lunchie80]

Apparently the use of speakers is coming to Chromecast before 2023. There was a closed door google meeting with 3rd party vendors saying it's coming soon and will also include third party speaker manufacturers. I agree about the lag though, but it's usually only at first start of the menu. It's also less common when connected via ethernet 👍

[@iamoyang6152]

Is AirPods Pro 2nd gen compatible with chromecast 3rd and latest gen?

[@6MonthsLater]

yes, any Bluetooth headphones would work with it.

[@BruceRichwineJr]

Actually the biggest consideration for all should be the App ecosystem that both have for the content you watch. Apple TV is lacking in this department. I have both devices and find myself using the Google device more often due to the availability of apps I use. Especially if you’re a sports fan the Google device is definitely your way to go. Plus portability speaks for itself. If both have all the Apps you want then it’s your preference to which one you want. Even though the interoperability between Apple devices is unmatched I rarely find myself using any of those features since it’s first and foremost a streaming device.

[@TheSSarmy23n]

Turn off animations through developer mode and this speeds up the lag on the Chromecast with Google TV.

[@Charlie-Tech-Support]

After Trying both the Apple TV 4K and the Google Chromecast + the amazon fire stick, I always gravitate towards to the apple tv. I love that the fire stick and chromecast have a lower price tag, but as mentioned in the video, they both feel laggy and very underpowered. I ended up having a google chromecast on each TV, (one in the media room and one in the living room) and a Apple TV in the main TV and Fire Stick in the Second room. Saying that, I have the chromecast 3rd gen on the tv's, which is why i have the fire stick and apple tv, but the chromecast with google tv is in the Campervan connected to that tv, as it's interface is terrible. Overall the Apple Tv 4K is my choice of streaming box.

[@Charlie-Tech-Support]

Sorry, I’m re-reading that and realising how hard it is to understand

[@bregowine]

Agreed. I know the price tag is significantly higher, but having both it is clear why… the Apple Tv’s performance and interface is so much better

[@TabascoTex]

Did you mention that you can access Apple TV remote through your Apple phone? Makes it so easy but I still prefer the Google TV

[@DennisFutball2396]

Apple TV has zero VPN apps. Google TV has NordVPN and several others too

[@uh3331]

buddy is comparing a $220 product to a $37 product....

[@AlexanderSuraphel]

Now that they only have around $80 difference. I think that’s very low price to pay for something you use everyday for years given the significant advantages it has.

[@Lilkuv]

@uh3331 buddy you sound broke to me

[@gullible119]

The apple tv could well cost over $300 and people would still buy it. Bargain for (220? It’s cheaper) dollars.

[@AlexanderSuraphel]

@@gullible119 yes reminds me of the statement by Sam Altman: "I don’t think most people value their time enough-I am surprised by the number of people I know who make $100 an hour and yet will spend a couple of hours doing something they don’t want to do to save $20."

[@Nobynobody]

A lot of Apple TV 4K users have been encountering 4K / Dolby vision titles on Netflix app. All these titles appear to be ion low quality, fuzzy, blurry and grainy when streamed on Apple TV 4K ONLY. Netflix has yet to address and fix this issue. Try watch the latest 4k titles such as The Gray Man, The Sand Man, Thunder Force and etc. You will be shocked that all these latest 4k titles carry the worse picture quality when streamed on ATV 4K. So my 2 cent: Do not buy ATV 4K if you are a Netflix fan. And I am figuring out to get rid of ATV 4K and to replace it with Roku stick or Google Chromecast. Hope you can do a video about the issue I mentioned above. Thanks

[@You-sw7tm]

I'll pass on Thunder Force 🤣

[@zipzeolocke2]

What about the 4k chromecast? its not laggy

[@itsathejoey]

Have you tried the Nvidia shield?

[@blcjck8121]

Sideloading, lack of support for certain apps, and launcher options means that for me Apple is not a contender, but that's the same as its been forever. That said I really wish Google would make an equally high powered device as the ATV, where right now they're nowhere near being comparable.

[@KripaSingh]

I have both and from my experience I liked them both. and I really wanted to use the Apple TV 4K for everything as I used to with Chromecast with Google TV. And then I encounter the Dolby Atmos issue with the Apple TV 4K after upgrading my AV receiver to enable Dolby Atmos. The audio will start stuttering (FYI... it seems like I'm not the only one affected by this with Apple TV 4K) and that really killed the experience of watching any shows with Dolby Atmos. So now Apple TV 4K is just sitting beside the Chromecast with Google TV and I'm enjoying the movies and shows with Dolby Atmos without any audio stuttering issues.

[@harshavardhanreddy3806]

Hey I am using fire tv stick I want to upgrade I had bad experiences.should I buy Google chrome cast Hd or 4K or Apple TV suggestion . My tv supports HDR content

[@TurtleMatey]

Would you still recommend the Apple TV 4k over the Chromecast with Google TV if I'm not bought into the Apple ecosystem?

[@6MonthsLater]

If you want the best performance and picture quality, yes. Or if your in the Google ecosystem, I’d look at the shield. - Josh

[@mbovb006]

I have both and I prefer Apple TV 4K. Holy goodness gracious the screensavers are the most beautiful images I've seen. Its smoother, faster, and doesn't need a restart all the time. Chromecast is great. I recommend it over Apple TV 4k if budget is a concern. If not - absolutely go for Apple TV 4k. I can literally experience the difference in speed and performance between the two. Not to mention no invasive, constant ads on my screen that the lovely creeps at Google bring. Ahem, KZbin. :)

[@cranbers]

I own apple tv's for years, I was given a 4k version of chromecast with google tv. And I was extremely impressed. The fact it plugs directly into a hdmi port, no need for cables. The interface is well integrated unlike apple. Especially if you use youtube tv. And the price difference is pretty signifcant.. 129 dollars for a 4k apple tv vs 40 - 50 dollars for the chromecast. Both do 4k.. Both have remotes that can control the tv. The google one is a lot simpler, and I argue easier to use with hot integrated it is. So my favorite especially if you have an android phone is the chromecast with google tv.. Its not even close.

[@LuSt4boost]

Even though I own all Apple products, not being able to side load 3rd party apps is the deal breaker for me… I don’t pay for cable, so I need my unconventional options to catch all games, fights, and movies.

[@Nedski42YT]

Good info. I will wait for your comparison between the Apple TV box and the Nvidia Shield. I hope it comes soon! Oh yeah, I almost forgot.... how do these streaming players work with Plex? Lon Seidman loves his Nvidia Shield as his Plex box!

[@YasinHasan]

nothing comes close to Chromecast in terms of UI & apps. but they should add tensor chip to this

[@pedrosanchopires]

On Chromecast you can connect external storage. It works quite fine with all the streaming platforms and is much cheaper than Apple TV. I don’t see reasons to recommend Apple TV over Chromecast.

[@Hdu3u3he83be]

Update everyone: apple launched a new Apple TV 4K. With a much cheaper price more powerful and the new remote had usb c. And other small changes.

[@AC-gg4ck]

so google chromecast now can cast apple tv+?

[@THEDORKKNIGHT1]

Can you do a review of the Google Chromecast 4K maybe that one's better

[@6MonthsLater]

This is the 4k version

[@robajob39]

I disagree my Apple TV has always been so buggy, sluggish, the remote dips in and out, even with 100% charge. Disney plus has the worst lag. Tried rebooting it many times, maybe a full reset is in order, any ideas why, and it is the 2022 model

[@Andersljungberg]

Someone might say that Nvidia shield is better to compare with in AppleTV especially when comparing the price

[@ZeekTheZack22]

Loved the vid. Your content is pretty good! Def getting a sub

[@6MonthsLater]

Thank you!

[@DJaquithFL]

There's so many pros and cons of all of them, but I wouldn't put Apple 4K TV at the top of the list. It's a close second. Try an Nvidia Shield Pro. Besides the audio dropouts, the other annoying thing is how it does caching. I just love having empty [X] icons in KZbin and many other apps. In addition, that cashing on Apple 4K TV can also cause the failing of an app to properly stream with the only solution being to force close the affected app. This is an Apple issue, not a developer issue. Though I'm not a fan anymore. Another good one is Roku Ultra but it also has HDMI and sound issues.

[@DJaquithFL]

.. I'll add this. The last system update has created some Nvidia Android TV issues as well. We've probably had the least issues with the built-in Google TV that's on our Sony OLED TVs. The problem is my wife really likes the Tennis Channel so the only solutions are Roku and Apple TV.

[@PusterPL]

Nvidia Shield tv pro, will always be my choice 🤟❤😃 weird comparison, taking the price into consideration. Should be compared to the nvidia shield tv pro instead

[@Rahav]

I think the right comparison should be between the Apple TV and the Nvidia Shield TV, which is the best streaming box with Android / Google TV Anyway, great Video 🤟🏼

[@jonbradshaw1933]

Yeah but native kodi support makes that an easy win for the shield.

[@rockstar_tmt]

I had both and google tv needs to put more storage as well as Apple TV supports hdmi 2.1

[@-Badwolf999]

I would like an Apple TV but I like all the Google nest devices that I have and the Google Chromecast with Google TV looks so cool so edit i’ve had the Chromecast for nearly A year now and I love it

[@LordMizukage_]

Isn't audio drops kinda a big deal? Especially every 20-40min

[@Sergio124]

I have both devices at home. With Chromecast I can do more and it is way chepaer. But the Apple TV always works and is for streaming from phones way faster.

[@kektimus]

From what I understand, the Chromecast here will show you recommendations among things you don't currently have. Services, or "buy this" movies/series, that you don't subscribe to. And I understand that this is something that you can't turn off. Is this true? For the Apple TV, does it do the same thing? I'm planning on getting a media device such as these for home use and I have kids. I want the device to only show and recommend things that we have access to, so it's just a click away to start watching and no "Ohhh I wanna watch... no, can't do that. Oh! No." all the time all over the place.

[@MrDemDon1]

Nice review... However if you are not part of the Apple ecosystem (Android users like myself) then I see no need to ever by the Apple TV option. I personally have and love the Roku solution.

[@FlorinArjocu]

I don't understand why most people would actually want any of them? Any relatively modern TV has the main functions already (Smart TV functionality + screen sharing + sending data to the TV). I've had those on my Samsung for the last few years. I would only get one if I had a very old TV.

[@KoreyThatcher]

They're saggy

[@mylove1389]

Did you check the price for each brother before go with Apple TV and Chromecast 🤓

[@koushikgaming2088]

Nice bro

[@cameronretason5073]

have paired google chromecast with tv with bluetooth speakers but hasn't been reconnecting at start up. have managed to airplay things from an app but have had to open the app first.... might not have to in the paid version and the free version also occasionally throws out an ad. Didn't know sideloading was an option. pretty interested.

[@maxjames00077]

Beside the design and quality feel of the Apple tv remote I do take the chromecast all day for the price difference.

[@DaiBowie]

You missed out the Colour Calibration System on the Apple TV.

[@skullcrusher_1]

I don't know the audio issues with apple TV is a definite deal breaker for me. I'd rather have simplicity and Chromecast while yes is under powered is at least reliable.

[@6MonthsLater]

I should have mentioned our audio problems were testing with an AV receiver out to a 5.1 surround sound system. Not sure if the bug shows up with a sound bar or HDMI direct to a TV.

[@skullcrusher_1]

@@6MonthsLater I have the same set up with a 5.1 hopefully upgrading to an atmos system in the near future. Did your problem exist through eARC?

[@BrianThomas]

Wait a second. If you're comparing streaming and price. The Apple TV would really compare with the Nividia Shield with Android TV. Not the Chromecast. I see why you'd compare the Chromecast with Apple TV, but it's not really an apples to apples comparison IMO. I'm not saying that Nividia Shield is better or not. I'm just saying that this would be a better device to pin up against the Apple TV than the Chromecast.

[@fluphybunny930]

£100 price difference! That is a massive difference. You cant just ignore cost.

[@B.D.F.]

A few things tend to draw me toward the Apple TV: Performance, lack of ads, and plenty of storage to name some.

[@lookn2find]

I would reset the unit to see if it corrects audio.

[@nickrr3626]

I dont understand how this is even a comparison when the price points are so far appart. Also what does he mean by picture quality being better? They both output 4k, Apple TV has HDMI 2.1 but that only allows 120hz which doesn’t matter for video.

[@Mr_BetaMax]

Thanks for the hard work, i feel like this turned into a Apple TV promo though :P

[@arondyte318]

Man. If they release an Apple TV with an M1 Chip that's gonna be a solid little gaming device.

[@iamwisdomsky]

but then you can only really play games from Apple Arcade which sucks. also speaking of the storage too. 64gb is literally not enough. I've downloaded a lot of games on my Apple TV and it ate the whole storage space immediately.

[@brezza6892]

The Apple TV 4K at this price? I would just go Nvidia Shield TV and get the best with wayyyyyyyyyyyyy more options. The Chromecast with Google TV is meant to be an entry into the market option. They just release a new HD version for $30 USD as well. Whilst I respect Apple's excellent hardware yet poor software "innovation" or compatibility they just don't offer enough flexibility and strictly only cater to the general population envelope. So if you fit in that sphere and want an expensive 4K Apple branded streaming device it's the one for you.