The best home theater upgrade I ever made wasn't a new TV
Summary
After years with a smart TV, the author faced performance issues that led to a switch to Apple TV 4K in 2024. This upgrade significantly enhanced the viewing experience with its responsive interface and seamless integration with other Apple devices.
Key Insights
Why does Apple TV 4K perform better than a smart TV's built-in interface?
Apple TV 4K uses a powerful A15 Bionic chip for up to 50% faster CPU and 30% faster GPU performance, resulting in smoother navigation, no ads on the home screen, and responsiveness that avoids the lag common in smart TVs over time.[1][2]
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Does Apple TV 4K require a 4K TV to provide benefits?
Apple TV 4K enhances any TV with faster performance and better app support, outputting 1080p on non-4K TVs, but delivers full 4K HDR, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ benefits only on compatible 4K displays.[2][4]
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