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  3. Main Differences
  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. Latency
    6. Video Passthrough To TV
    7. Wireless Playback
  7. Additional Features
    1. Interface
    2. Bar Controls
    3. Remote
    4. Voice Assistants Support
  8. Comments

Sony HT-Z9F vs JBL Bar 5.1 Surround

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Sony HT-Z9F
JBL Bar 5.1 Surround

Tested using Methodology v1.1

Updated Jan 12, 2024 08:20 PM

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Amazon.com

Tested using Methodology v1.2

Updated Mar 15, 2024 07:13 PM

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Sony HT-Z9F Picture
JBL Bar 5.1 Surround Picture
Channels
3.1
Channels
5.1

Variants

  • HT-Z9F (Black)
  • Bar 5.1 Surround (Black)

Review

See Sony HT-Z9F Review
See JBL Bar 5.1 Surround Review
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Our Verdict

Sony HT-Z9F

JBL Bar 5.1 Surround

The Sony HT-Z9F is a better overall soundbar than the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround. The Sony is a 3.1 setup that supports Atmos and offers a full array of physical inputs that support common audio formats. However, the JBL is a 5.1 setup with room correction. You can also stream audio to it using Apple AirPlay.

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