| Name | Sony HT-X8500 | Sonos Beam gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| MSRP | $399.99 | $499 |
| Released | 2019 | 2021 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Sonos, Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.1 | 3.0 |
| Expandable up to: | - | 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 | 2: 2× full range 52×90mm | 4: 4× unknown size |
| Tweeters - total | 0 | 1: 1× unknown size |
| Subwoofers | 2× 52×90mm(built-in) | 0 |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 128 W | Not specified |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | Virtual | No |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Virtual | Virtual |
| Surround sound? | Virtual | No |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | None | Speech Enhancement (use app) |
| Sound calibration? | No | Yes (Trueplay) |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | ❌ |
| Wi-Fi | ❌ | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ❌ | ✔ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ✔ 1× HDMI 2.0 | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Other audio ports | ❌ | None |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | ❌ | Sonos S2 |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | Yes |
| Chromecast built-in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ✔ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | ❌ | Optional: max 2 subwoofers; 2× Sonos Sub or Sub Mini |
| Wireless surrounds? | ❌ | Optional: max 2 surrounds, Era 300 for Dolby Atmos |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 89.0×6.4×9.6 | 65.1×6.90×10 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 35.13×2.63×3.88 | 25.625×2.7×3.94 |
| Weight (kg): | 3.1 | 2.8 |
| Weight (lbs): | 6.84 | 6.2 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with screws (not included) in wall | Yes |
| Color options: | Black | Black, white |
| Accessories in the box | HDMI cable, remote | HDMI cable, optical to HDMI adapter |
| More info | ||
| Model number | HTX8500 | BEAM2##1 |
| User guide / manual | Operating instructions | User Guide |
| Official site link | Sony.com | Sonos.com |
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