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Sony HT-X8500 versus JBL Bar 1300MK2
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| Specification | Sony HT-X8500, 2.1ch Soundbar | JBL Bar 1300MK2, 2470W, 11.1.4ch Soundbar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 44,600 | KSh 190,000 |
| Sales | 23 - For Apr 2026 | 22 - For Apr 2026 |
| Average rating | 5 - 1 votes | 0 - |
| Likes | 1 - For Apr 2026 | 0 - For Apr 2026 |
| Views | 368 - For Apr 2026 | 97 - For Apr 2026 |
| General | ||
| Available | April 2019 | September 2025 |
| Colors | Black | Black |
| Channels | 2.1ch Simulated to 7.1.2ch | 11.1.4ch |
| Total output | - | 2470W |
| Platform | S-Master Amplifier - 3 Channels | Chromecast Built-in Apple AirPlay 2 Multibeam Alexa Multi-Room Google Assistant Siri Spotify Connect Auracast |
| Key features | Vertical surround engine HDMI eARC Dolby Atmos / DTS:X surround sound Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity Bravia Sync Built-in subwoofers | Dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity Apple AirPlay 2 Detachable wireless surround speakers PureVoice dialogue enhancement Easy room calibration HDR10 and Dolby Vision compatible |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI port | HDMI ARC / eARC / CEC HDCP2.2 / 2.3 Bravia Sync | 3 x HDMI HDMI eARC |
| USB port | USB Type A | Type A |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.3 - Main Bar Bluetooth 5.4 - Surround Speakers Bluetooth A2DP / AVRCP |
| Optical port | Optical Audio | Yes |
| Analog port | - | - |
| Wi-Fi | - | Dual-band Wi-Fi / Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet port | - | No |
| Connectivity features | - | - |
| Subwoofer | ||
| Subwoofer dimensions | - | 315 x 277 x 275 mm (W x H x D) |
| Subwoofer weight | - | 12 kg |
| Subwoofer output | - | 1200W 8-inch Driver |
| Subwoofer features | - | Wireless Subwoofer |
| Main unit | ||
| Main unit dimensions | 890 x 64 x 96 mm (W x H x D) | 1030 x 58 x 136 mm (W x H x D) |
| Main unit weight | 3.1 kg | 5.9 kg |
| Main unit output | - | 950W 8 x (50 x 75mm) Racetrack Drivers 4 x 75mm Up-firing Full-range Drivers 7 x 25mm Tweeters |
| Main unit features | Built-in Subwoofer Wall Mountable Bluetooth Wireless Connection Dolby Atmos / DTS:X Dolby Vision / HDR / HLG / HDR10 | Dolby Atmos DTS:X Dolby Vision Passthrough Room Calibration Enhanced Voice Clarity AI Sound Boost 3D Spatial Audio |
| Surround speaker | ||
| Surround speaker dimensions | - | 202 x 58 x 136 mm (W x H x D) |
| Surround speaker weight | - | 1.3 kg |
| Surround speaker output | - | 320W 2 x (50 x 90mm) Racetrack Driver 1 x 20mm Tweeter 1 x 75mm Up-firing Full-range 1 x 50mm Full-range Driver |
| Surround speaker features | - | 4722mAh Rechargeable Up to 10h Playtime |
| Power | ||
| Active consumption | 32W | - |
| Standby consumption | - | - |
| Power features | - | - |