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Apple TV HD Technical specifications

Complete Apple TV HD specifications · View model numbers, colors, dimensions, storage, display, chip, battery and full technical details.

Chip: A8 chip with 64-bit architecture
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1.40″
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A8 chip with 64-bit architecture
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Apple TV HD technical specifications

This page contains complete technical specifications for Apple TV HD, including display, chip, storage, colors, model numbers, dimensions, weight, operating system, connectivity, battery information and other hardware details.

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iCapacity

  • 32GB2

↔Size and Weight

  • Apple TV HD
  • Height: 1.4 inches (35 mm)
  • Width: 3.9 inches (98 mm)
  • Depth: 3.9 inches (98 mm)
  • Weight: 15 ounces (425 g)1

iAccessibility

  • Accessibility features help people with disabilities get the most out of their Apple TV. With built-in support for vision, hearing, mobility, and learning, you can easily find and enjoy your favorite entertainment. Learn more about Accessibility
  • Features include:
  • VoiceOver
  • Zoom
  • Bold Text
  • Increase Contrast
  • Reduce Motion
  • Closed Caption and SDH Support
  • Accessibility Shortcut
  • Siri and Dictation

iSystem Requirements

  • Purchases, rentals, and Home Sharing require an Apple ID that you use for the App Store and other Apple services.
  • Requires 802.11 wireless, Ethernet network, or Broadband Internet access
  • Requires acceptance of the software license terms at apple.com/legal/sla
  • Requires HDMI cable (sold separately)

iIn the Box

  • Apple TV HD
  • Siri Remote
  • Power cord
  • Lightning to USB cable
  • Documentation

iApple TV and the Environment

  • Apple takes a complete product life cycle approach to determining our environmental impact. Learn more about Apple TV and the Environment
  • Apple TV HD with Siri Remote is designed with the following features to reduce its environmental impact:
  • Apple TV HD with Siri Remote (2nd generation)
  • BFR‑free
  • PVC‑free6
  • Beryllium-free
  • Meets ENERGY STAR requirements
  • Siri Remote (1st generation)
  • Arsenic‑free glass
  • Recyclable aluminum enclosure
  • Apple and the Environment
  • Read our Product Environmental Reports for detailed information on the environmental performance of every Apple product.

iAudio 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) and E-AC-3 (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 surround sound)

iCompatibility

  • Apple TV HD is compatible with HDTVs with HDMI4
  • Apple TV HD is compatible with Bluetooth keyboards5

iPhoto Formats

  • HEIF, JPEG, GIF, TIFF

iPorts and Interfaces

  • HDMI 1.44
  • 802.11ac Wi‑Fi with MIMO
  • 10/100BASE-T Ethernet
  • Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
  • IR receiver
  • USB‑C for service and support
  • Built‑in power supply

⚙Processor

  • A8 chip with 64-bit architecture

iSiri Remote (1st generation)

  • Size & Weight
  • Height: 4.88 inches (124 mm)
  • Width: 1.5 inches (38 mm)
  • Depth: 0.25 inch (6.3 mm)
  • Weight: 1.59 ounces (45 g)1
  • Features
  • Bluetooth 4.0 wireless technology
  • IR transmitter
  • Accelerometer and three-axis gyro
  • Lightning connector for charging
  • Rechargeable battery providing months of battery life on a single charge (with typical daily usage)
  • Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter (sold separately)

iSiri Remote (2nd generation)

  • Available after May 2021.
  • Size & Weight
  • Height: 5.4 inches (136 mm)
  • Width: 1.4 inches (35 mm)
  • Depth: 0.36 inch (9.25 mm)
  • Weight: 2.2 ounces (63 g)1
  • Features
  • Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology
  • IR transmitter
  • Lightning connector for charging
  • Rechargeable battery providing months of battery life on a single charge (with typical daily usage)
  • Charging via USB to computer system or power adapter (sold separately)
  • Control your TV or receiver via IR or CEC3

iVideo Formats

  • HEVC SDR up to 1080p, 30 fps, Main/Main 10 profile
  • H.264 video up to 1080p, 60 fps, High or Main Profile level 4.2 or lower
  • H.264 Baseline Profile level 3.0 or lower with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps per channel, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats
  • MPEG-4 video up to 2.5 Mbps, 640 by 480 pixels, 30 fps, Simple Profile with AAC-LC audio up to 160 Kbps, 48kHz, stereo audio in .m4v, .mp4, and .mov file formats

Apple TV HD FAQ

What chip does Apple TV HD use?

Apple TV HD uses A8 chip with 64-bit architecture.