| Name | Bose TV speaker | Bose Solo 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $279 | $249.95 |
| Released | 2020 | 2015 |
| Availability | Available | Discontinued |
| Current price | Bose, Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Expandable up to: | 2.1, (add wired sub) | - |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 3: 2× racetrack drivers, 1× woofer (center) | 2: 2× unknown size |
| Tweeters - total | 0 | 0 |
| Subwoofers | 0 | 0 |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | Not specified | Not specified |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos support? | No | No |
| Surround sound? | No | No |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | None | None |
| Sound calibration? | No | No |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth |
| Wi-Fi | ❌ | ❌ |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× ARC | ❌ |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ❌ | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ✔ | ✔ |
| USB-A port? | ❌ | Service only |
| Other audio ports | Subwoofer out(only Bose subs) | Coaxial |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | None | None |
| Voice assistant? | No | No |
| Chromecast built-in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Wired connection possible, 1 sub: Bass Module 500 (10″) | 700 (12″) | ❌ |
| Wireless surrounds? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 59.4×5.6×10.2 | 54.9×7×8.6 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 23.38×2.21×4.02 | 21.6×2.8×3.4 |
| Weight (kg): | 2.0 | 1.7 |
| Weight (lbs): | 4.34 | 3.7 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with optional wall bracket | Yes, with optional wall mount kit |
| Color options: | Black | Black |
| Accessories in the box | Optical cable, remote | Optical cable, remote |
| More info | ||
| Model number | 431974 | 418775 |
| User guide / manual | Owner's guide | Owner's guide |
| Official site link | Bose.com | Bose.com |
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