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› Sony HT-X8500, 2.1ch Soundbar versus JBL Bar 500, 590W, 5.1ch Surround Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, MultiBeam and Wireless Subwoofer
Sony HT-X8500 versus JBL Bar 500
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| Specification | Sony HT-X8500, 2.1ch Soundbar | JBL Bar 500, 590W, 5.1ch Surround Soundbar with Dolby Atmos, MultiBeam and Wireless Subwoofer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 44,600 | KSh 57,500 |
| Sales | 12 - For Oct 2025 | 13 - For Oct 2025 |
| Average rating | 5 - 1 votes | 0 - |
| Likes | 1 - For Oct 2025 | 0 - For Oct 2025 |
| Views | 308 - For Oct 2025 | 167 - For Oct 2025 |
| General | ||
| Available | April 2019 | February 2023 |
| Colors | Black | Black |
| Channels | 2.1ch Simulated to 7.1.2ch | 5.1ch |
| Total output | - | 590W |
| Platform | S-Master Amplifier - 3 Channels | Chromecast AirPlay 2 Alexa MRM Google Assistant MultiBeam |
| Key features | Vertical surround engine HDMI eARC Dolby Atmos / DTS:X surround sound Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity Bravia Sync Built-in subwoofers | Wireless subwoofer PureVoice technology for enhanced voice clarity Room calibration assistant for best 3D surround effects HDR10 and Dolby Vision passthrough Wide soundstage with JBL Multibeam technology Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5 connectivity |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI port | HDMI ARC / eARC / CEC HDCP2.2 / 2.3 Bravia Sync | HDMI eARC |
| USB port | USB Type A | Type A - Service Only |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth A2DP V1.2 / AVRCP V1.5 |
| Optical port | Optical Audio | Yes |
| Analog port | - | - |
| Wi-Fi | - | Yes |
| Ethernet port | - | - |
| Connectivity features | - | - |
| Subwoofer | ||
| Subwoofer dimensions | - | 305 x 440.4 x 305 mm |
| Subwoofer weight | - | 10 kg |
| Subwoofer output | - | 300W 10 inch |
| Subwoofer features | - | - |
| Main unit | ||
| Main unit dimensions | 890 x 64 x 96 mm (W x H x D) | 1017 x 56 x 103.5 mm |
| Main unit weight | 3.1 kg | 2.8 kg |
| Main unit output | - | 290W 4 x (46 x 90)mm Racetrack Drivers 3 x 0.75 inch Tweeters |
| Main unit features | Built-in Subwoofer Wall Mountable Bluetooth Wireless Connection Dolby Atmos / DTS:X Dolby Vision / HDR / HLG / HDR10 | Dolby Digital Dolby Atmos HDR10 Passthrough 4K Dolby Vision Passthrough |
| Surround speaker | ||
| Surround speaker dimensions | - | - |
| Surround speaker weight | - | - |
| Surround speaker output | - | - |
| Surround speaker features | - | - |
| Power | ||
| Active consumption | 32W | - |
| Standby consumption | - | 2.0W |
| Power features | - | 100 - 240V AC 50/60Hz |
