Sony
Sony BRAVIA XR
A strong soundbar for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with 3.1.
76/100
3.1450 W5.0Google Assistant
£1,379best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- DTS:X
- Subwoofer included
- No rear speakers included
- Below-average total power
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Sony BRAVIA XR wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels3.1
Total power450 W
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes
Subwoofer
Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI in1
HDMI eARCYes
Optical inYes
Bluetooth5
Features
Voice assistantGoogle Assistant
Room correctionYes
App controlYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSony BRAVIA XR vs Samsung Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar
Sony BRAVIA XRSamsung HW-Q990F Soundbar
| SonySony BRAVIA XRThis page | SamsungSamsung HW-Q990F Soundbar | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 76 /100 | 76 /100 |
| Channels | 3.1 | 11.1 |
| Max power | 450 W | 656 WBetter |
Who it's for
Is the Sony BRAVIA XR 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.
excellent
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Sony BRAVIA XR worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 76/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Sony BRAVIA XR?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Samsung HW-Q990B?
The Samsung HW-Q990B scores 77/100 versus this one at 76/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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