| Name | Sony Bravia Theatre Bar 8 | Sony HT-A5000 |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $849.99 | $999.99 |
| Released | 2024 | 2022 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 5.0.2 | 5.1.2 |
| Expandable up to: | 5.1.4 (Atmos rears, sub) | 5.2.4 (Atmos rears, sub) |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 8: 4× racetrack driver, 2× full range (side) + 2× upfiring | 5: 3× full range + 2× upfiring |
| Tweeters - total | 3: 2× 10 mm (L+R), 1× 22 mm (center) | 2: 2× beam tweeter |
| Subwoofers | 0 | 2× 45×108mm (built-in) |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 495 W | 450 W |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Yes | Yes |
| Surround sound? | Virtual | Virtual |
| Other 3D audio formats? | 360 Reality Audio | 360 Reality Audio |
| Other (notable) sound features? | Voice Zoom 3 | None |
| Sound calibration? | Yes, (Sound Field optimization) | Yes, (Sound Field optimization) |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ✔ 1× HDMI 2.1 | ✔ 1× |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ❌ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ✔ |
| USB-A port? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Other audio ports | S-center out | S-center out |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | BRAVIA Connect | Sony | Music Center |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Chromecast built-in? | ❌ | ✔ |
| AirPlay? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: SA-SW3 (6.3″) | SA-SW5 (7.1″) | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: SA-SW3 (6.3″) | SA-SW5 (7.1″) |
| Wireless surrounds? | Optional: max 2 surrounds: SA-RS3S | SA-RS5 | Optional: max 2 surrounds: SA-RS3S | SA-RS5 |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 110×6.4×11.3 | 12.1×6.7×14.0 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 43.38×2.625×4.5 | 47.75×2.75×5.63 |
| Weight (kg): | 4.6 | 6.1 |
| Weight (lbs): | 10.38 | 13.5 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with included wall bracket | Yes, with included wall bracket |
| Color options: | Black | Black |
| Accessories in the box | HDMI cable, TV center speaker mode cable, remote, feet, wall mount kit | HDMI cable, TV center speaker mode cable, remote, wall mount kit |
| More info | ||
| Model number | HTA8000 | HTA5000 |
| User guide / manual | Help Guide | Operating instructions |
| Official site link | Sony.com | Sony.com |
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