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  4. Design
    1. Style - Bar
    2. Style - Subwoofer
    3. Style - Satellites
    4. Dimensions - Bar
    5. Dimensions - Subwoofer
    6. Dimensions - Satellites
    7. Mounting
    8. Build Quality
    9. In The Box
  5. Sound
    1. Stereo Frequency Response
    2. Stereo Frequency Response With Preliminary Calibration
    3. Stereo Soundstage
    4. Stereo Dynamics
    5. Stereo Total Harmonic Distortion
    6. Center
    7. Surround 5.1
    8. Height (Atmos)
    9. Sound Enhancement Features
  6. Connectivity
    1. Inputs/Outputs - Bar
    2. Audio Format Support: ARC/eARC
    3. Audio Format Support: HDMI In
    4. Audio Format Support: Optical
    5. Audio Latency: ARC
    6. Audio Latency: HDMI In
    7. Audio Latency: Optical
    8. Video Passthrough To TV
    9. Wireless Playback
  7. Additional Features
    1. Interface
    2. Bar Controls
    3. Remote
    4. Voice Assistants Support
  8. Comments

Sonos Beam vs Vizio M Series M512a-H6

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Sonos Beam
Vizio M Series M512a-H6

Tested using Methodology v1.2

Updated Apr 09, 2024 02:27 PM

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Tested using Methodology v1.3

Updated Oct 24, 2024 02:30 PM

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Sonos Beam Picture
Vizio M Series M512a-H6 Picture
Channels
3.0
Channels
5.1.2

Variants

  • Beam (Black)
  • Beam (White)
  • M Series M512a-H6 (Black)

Review

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See Vizio M Series M512a-H6 Review
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Our Verdict

Sonos Beam

Vizio M Series M512a-H6

The Vizio M Series M512a-H6 is better than the Sonos Beam. The Vizio is a 5.1.2 setup with a dedicated sub and satellites. Unlike the Sonos, it supports Atmos content and has a Full HDMI In port for high-quality passthrough. It also gets louder, and it has a better surround performance. The 3.0 Sonos is better built with built-in voice assistant support. Some users may also prefer its more compact design.

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