The next Apple TV 4K could use an A19 or A19 Pro chip, according to code evidence uncovered by MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris. The finding would put Apple’s ageing streaming box on the same chip generation as the iPhone 17 family, rather than the A17 Pro previously expected.
What the Apple TV 4K leak says about the chip
MacRumors says the device’s model identifier points towards the A19 generation, although the code does not establish whether Apple will use the standard A19 or the A19 Pro. Apple has not announced the next Apple TV 4K, so the chip choice remains unconfirmed.
The current Apple TV 4K uses the A15 Bionic chip, according to Apple’s technical specifications. It launched in 2022 with 64GB and 128GB configurations, alongside Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0.
Why the next Apple TV 4K may need more RAM
The A19 or A19 Pro would likely come with more memory. MacRumors expects the next model to have 8GB or 12GB of RAM, up from 4GB in the current Apple TV 4K. That would give Apple more room for the Siri AI features already rumoured for the next model.
The wider rumour list includes an Apple-designed N1 wireless chip, Wi-Fi 7 support and a revised Siri Remote. Those details come from earlier reporting and remain separate from the latest chip evidence. MacRumors previously reported that the next Apple TV 4K could arrive in September or October, but Apple has not confirmed a launch date. tbreak previously covered the Apple TV 4K refresh tipped for late 2026 and Apple’s rumoured HomePad smart home hub, which is expected to arrive alongside the streaming box.
The current Apple TV 4K starts at $199 in the US after Apple’s 2026 price increase. A UAE price for the unannounced model is not available, and Apple has not confirmed local availability.
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What chip will the next Apple TV 4K use?
Code evidence cited by MacRumors points to an A19-generation chip, but it is unclear whether Apple will use the A19 or the A19 Pro.
How much RAM could the next Apple TV 4K have?
The next model is expected to have 8GB or 12GB of RAM, compared with 4GB in the current Apple TV 4K.
When could the next Apple TV 4K launch?
Earlier reports point to September or October 2026, but Apple has not announced a release date.
