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Sony HT-Z9F versus JBL Bar 500MK2
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| Specification | Sony HT-Z9F, 3.1ch, 400W Soundbar | JBL Bar 500MK2, 750W, 5.1ch Soundbar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 121,700 | KSh 81,000 |
| Sales | 20 - For May 2026 | 5 - For May 2026 |
| Average rating | 5 - 1 votes | 0 - |
| Likes | 1 - For May 2026 | 0 - For May 2026 |
| Views | 364 - For May 2026 | 65 - For May 2026 |
| General | ||
| Available | July 2018 | June 2025 |
| Colors | Black | Black White |
| Channels | 3.1ch Simulated to 7.1.2ch | 5.1ch |
| Total output | 400W | 750W |
| Platform | S-Master HX Amplifier Spotify Connect | Chromecast Built-in Apple AirPlay 2 Multibeam Alexa Multi-Room Google Assistant Siri Spotify Connect Tidal Connect Roon Ready |
| Key features | Vertical surround engine Dolby Atmos / DTS:X surround sound Bravia Sync Spotify connect Bluetooth LDAC Wi-Fi / Ethernet connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity Apple AirPlay 2 PureVoice dialogue enhancement Easy room calibration HDR10+ and Dolby Vision compatible |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI port | 3 Ports HDMI ARC / HDMI CEC HDCP2.2 Bravia Sync | 1 x HDMI HDMI eARC |
| USB port | USB Type A | Type A |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth LDAC / SBC | Bluetooth 5.3 Bluetooth A2DP / AVRCP |
| Optical port | Optical Audio | Yes |
| Analog port | Analog Audio | - |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi a/b/g/n Dual-band / DLNA | Dual-band Wi-Fi / Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet port | Ethernet | No |
| Connectivity features | Spotify Connect Wireless TV Connection Wireless Multi-room | - |
| Subwoofer | ||
| Subwoofer dimensions | 190 x 382 x 386 mm (W x H x D) | 325 x 400 x 325 mm (W x H x D) |
| Subwoofer weight | 8.1 kg | 8.1 kg |
| Subwoofer output | - | 300W 10-inch Driver |
| Subwoofer features | - | Wireless Subwoofer |
| Main unit | ||
| Main unit dimensions | 1000 x 64 x 99 mm (W x H x D) | 940 x 50.5 x 104 mm (W x H x D) |
| Main unit weight | 3.1 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Main unit output | - | 450W 5 x (42 x 80mm) Racetrack Drivers 4 x 20mm Tweeters |
| Main unit features | Wall Mountable Dolby Atmos / DTS:X HLG / HDR10 / Dolby Vision Hi-Res Audio | Dolby Atmos DTS Virtual:X Dolby Vision Passthrough Room Calibration Enhanced Voice Clarity AI Sound Boost |
| Surround speaker | ||
| Surround speaker dimensions | - | - |
| Surround speaker weight | - | - |
| Surround speaker output | - | - |
| Surround speaker features | - | - |
| Power | ||
| Active consumption | 52W Soundbar 20W Subwoofer | - |
| Standby consumption | 0.5W Soundbar 0.5W Subwoofer | - |
| Power features | - | - |