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Sony HT-X8500 versus JBL Bar 9.1
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| Specification | Sony HT-X8500, 2.1ch Soundbar | JBL Bar 9.1, 820W, 5.1.4ch Soundbar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 44,600 | KSh 116,100 |
| Sales | 23 - For Apr 2026 | 25 - For Apr 2026 |
| Average rating | 5 - 1 votes | 5 - 1 votes |
| Likes | 1 - For Apr 2026 | 1 - For Apr 2026 |
| Views | 307 - For Apr 2026 | 388 - For Apr 2026 |
| General | ||
| Available | April 2019 | August 2020 |
| Colors | Black | Black |
| Channels | 2.1ch Simulated to 7.1.2ch | 5.1.4ch |
| Total output | - | 820W |
| Platform | S-Master Amplifier - 3 Channels | Chromecast Apple AirPlay 2 |
| Key features | Vertical surround engine HDMI eARC Dolby Atmos / DTS:X surround sound Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity Bravia Sync Built-in subwoofers | 300W wireless subwoofer Dual-band Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.2 Chromecast Apple AirPlay 2 Detachable surround speakers |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI port | HDMI ARC / eARC / CEC HDCP2.2 / 2.3 Bravia Sync | 3 Ports HDMI eARC HDCP 2.3 |
| USB port | USB Type A | Type A |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth A2DP / AVRCP |
| Optical port | Optical Audio | Yes |
| Analog port | - | - |
| Wi-Fi | - | Dual-Band Wi-Fi |
| Ethernet port | - | No |
| Connectivity features | - | - |
| Subwoofer | ||
| Subwoofer dimensions | - | 305 x 440 x 305 mm |
| Subwoofer weight | - | 11.1 kg |
| Subwoofer output | - | 300W 10-inch Driver |
| Subwoofer features | - | - |
| Main unit | ||
| Main unit dimensions | 890 x 64 x 96 mm (W x H x D) | 884 x 62 x 120 mm |
| Main unit weight | 3.1 kg | 3.64 kg |
| Main unit output | - | 400W 4 x Racetrack Drivers + 2 x Full-range Drivers + 3 x 20mm Tweeters |
| Main unit features | Built-in Subwoofer Wall Mountable Bluetooth Wireless Connection Dolby Atmos / DTS:X Dolby Vision / HDR / HLG / HDR10 | Dolby Atmos |
| Surround speaker | ||
| Surround speaker dimensions | - | 173 x 60 x 120 mm |
| Surround speaker weight | - | 0.72 kg |
| Surround speaker output | - | 60W Full-range Driver + 20mm Tweeter |
| Surround speaker features | - | - |
| Power | ||
| Active consumption | 32W | - |
| Standby consumption | - | < 6.0 W - Soundbar < 2.0 W - Subwoofer |
| Power features | - | - |