Apple
Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen)
A15 · HDR10+ · Thread border router
92
/ 100
From $129
VS
Google
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
2024
92
/ 100
From $280
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) lands at 92 and Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) if…
- ✓A15 silicon — fastest streaming box
- ✓HomeKit hub + Thread border router
- ✓No ads on home screen
Pick Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) 92
vs 92 Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
Score breakdown
Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen)
92 ecosystem 92
local 80
ease 96
features 96
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
92 ecosystem 92
local 70
ease 84
features 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) | Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple A15 Bionic | — |
| Storage | 64 / 128 GB | — |
| Output | HDMI 2.1 4K @ 60 Hz | — |
| HDR | Dolby Vision + HDR10+ | — |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet (128GB), Thread | — |
| Release year | — | 2024 |
| Color | — | Black |
Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen)
Pros
- +A15 silicon — fastest streaming box
- +HomeKit hub + Thread border router
- +No ads on home screen
Cons
- −Apple ecosystem-leaning
- −Pricier than Roku / Fire TV
- −Remote can hide behind couch
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
Pros
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
FAQ: Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) vs Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
Which is better, Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) or Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) worth the price? +
At $129, Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ease.
Is Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) worth the price? +
At $280, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ecosystem.
Does Apple TV 4K (3rd Gen) or Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.