Sony
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5
A strong soundbar for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with 3.1.
74/100
3.15.0
£399best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- DTS:X
- Subwoofer included
- No rear speakers included
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels3.1
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes
Subwoofer
Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI eARCYes
Bluetooth5
Features
App controlYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5 vs Klipsch Klipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2
Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5Klipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2
| SonySony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5This page | KlipschKlipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 74 /100 | 74 /100 |
| Channels | 3.1 | 5.1 |
| Up firing drivers | — | 2 |
Who it's for
Is the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5 right for you?
Buy it if
Made for keen listeners
Listeners who care how it sounds who want a soundbar that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need rear speakers included, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5 worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 74/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 5?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Hisense AX5125H Soundbar?
The Hisense AX5125H Soundbar scores 75/100 versus this one at 74/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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