| Name | KEF XIO | Nakamichi Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $2499 | $3999.99 |
| Released | 2025 | 2023 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 5.1.2 | 11.4.6 |
| Expandable up to: | - | - |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 8: 6× 50 mm Uni-Q MX Driver (3× front, 3× upfiring) 2×50mm full range (sides) | 20: Bar: 10× 3″ driver + 4× 3″ upfiring, Surrounds: 4× 3.5″ driver + 2× 3″ upfiring |
| Tweeters - total | 6: 6× unknown size, part of Uni-Q MX Driver (coaxial) | 7: Bar: 3× 1.5″ air motion, Surrounds: 4× 1.5″ air motion |
| Subwoofers | 4× P185 driver 2×7″ (built-in) | 4× 8.0″ |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 820 W | 3000 W |
| Frequency range | 34 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
| DTS:X support | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Yes | Yes |
| Surround sound? | Virtual | Yes |
| Other 3D audio formats? | 360 Reality Audio | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | None | None |
| Sound calibration? | Yes, Intelligent Placement Technology | Manual calibration |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | ❌ |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ✔ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ❌ | ✔ 3× |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ (2×; in & out) |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ✔ (2×; in & out) |
| USB port? | USB-C (service only) | USB-A (service only) |
| Other audio ports | Subwoofer out | None |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | KEF Connect | None |
| Voice assistant? | Indirectly (no built-in mic) | No |
| Chromecast built-in? | ✔ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Wired connection possible, wireless using KW2 RX Receiver | Yes (included) |
| Wireless surrounds? | ❌ | Yes (included) |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar, 2× subwoofer, 2× surround |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 121.0×7.0×16.5 | 147.57×11.18×19.56, 31.75×53.09×28.45 (subwoofers), 22.86×27.18×11.18 (each surround) |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 47.64×2.8×6.5 | 58.1×4.4×7.7, 12.5×20.9×11.2 (subwoofers), 9.0×10.7×4.4 (each surround) |
| Weight (kg): | 10.5 | 14.6, 15.6 (each sub), 4.0 (each surround) |
| Weight (lbs): | 23.1 | 32.2, 34.4 (each sub), 8.8 (each surround) |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with included wall mounting kit | Yes, with optional wall mount bracket |
| Color options: | Black, Silver/gray | Black |
| Accessories in the box | Remote, HDMI cable, wall mounting kit | HDMI cable, remote |
| More info | ||
| Model number | XIOSB | dragon |
| User guide / manual | User manual | User manual |
| Official site link | Kef.com | Nakamichi-USA.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon | Amazon |
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