Yamaha YSP-5600 vs Sony HT-X9000F review

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The Yamaha YSP-5600 vs Sony HT-X9000F comparison proves that these soundbars have many common features. Based on our rating, YSP-5600 has a total rating of 8,4 out of 10 versus 7 for HT-X9000F. The competitors' control buttons are different: input, volume down, volume up, power and power, input, Bluetooth, volume down, volume up, respectively.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Yamaha YSP-5600 has 7.1.2 versus 2.1 for the Sony HT-X9000F. The output power is different and equal to 128 (overall) W for the YSP-5600 versus 300 (overall) W for the HT-X9000F. Only the Yamaha YSP-5600 has a built-in subwoofer. Both models received our 7 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Each of rivals supports AirPlay. Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.

Connectivity

Only the Yamaha YSP-5600 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Yamaha YSP-5600 has 4/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/0 of the Sony HT-X9000F. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the YSP-5600 received a rating of 9/10 versus 7/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the YSP-5600. A built-in microphone is present only on the YSP-5600. Multi-room is only available for the Yamaha YSP-5600.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review. For multichannel surround Yamaha YSP-5600 got a rating of 8, and Sony HT-X9000F 9 out of 10.

Advantages Yamaha YSP-5600 over Sony HT-X9000F

Advantages Sony HT-X9000F over Yamaha YSP-5600