| Name | Sony HT-A5000 | Sonos Beam gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $999.99 | $499 |
| Released | 2022 | 2021 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Sonos, Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 5.1.2 | 3.0 |
| Expandable up to: | 5.2.4 (Atmos rears, sub) | 7.1.4, (Atmos rears, 2 subs) Virtualization used for extra surround channels. Added subwoofers play same subwoofer channel. |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 5: 3× full range + 2× upfiring | 4: 4× unknown size |
| Tweeters - total | 2: 2× beam tweeter | 1: 1× unknown size |
| Subwoofers | 2× 45×108mm (built-in) | 0 |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 450 W | Not specified |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | Yes | No |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Yes | Virtual |
| Surround sound? | Virtual | No |
| Other 3D audio formats? | 360 Reality Audio | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | None | Speech Enhancement (use app) |
| Sound calibration? | Yes, (Sound Field optimization) | Yes (Trueplay) |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | ❌ |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ❌ | ✔ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ✔ 1× | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ✔ | ❌ |
| USB-A port? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Other audio ports | S-center out | None |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | Sony | Music Center | Sonos S2 |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | Yes |
| Chromecast built-in? | ✔ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Optional: max 1 subwoofer: SA-SW3 (6.3″) | SA-SW5 (7.1″) | Optional: max 2 subwoofers; 2× Sonos Sub or Sub Mini |
| Wireless surrounds? | Optional: max 2 surrounds: SA-RS3S | SA-RS5 | Optional: max 2 surrounds, Era 300 for Dolby Atmos |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 12.1×6.7×14.0 | 65.1×6.90×10 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 47.75×2.75×5.63 | 25.625×2.7×3.94 |
| Weight (kg): | 6.1 | 2.8 |
| Weight (lbs): | 13.5 | 6.2 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with included wall bracket | Yes |
| Color options: | Black | Black, white |
| Accessories in the box | HDMI cable, TV center speaker mode cable, remote, wall mount kit | HDMI cable, optical to HDMI adapter |
| More info | ||
| Model number | HTA5000 | BEAM2##1 |
| User guide / manual | Operating instructions | User Guide |
| Official site link | Sony.com | Sonos.com |
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