Sony HT-Z9F vs Klipsch Cinema 800 review

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The Sony HT-Z9F vs Klipsch Cinema 800 comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Sony HT-Z9F was rated 7.2, while the Klipsch Cinema 800 has a rating 8.2.

Audio features

Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. By the number of channels, the devices do not differ. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 400 (overall) versus 800 (overall) according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Rate 7 out of 10 received the Sony HT-Z9F for audio features and specs, but the Klipsch Cinema 800 received 6 out of 10.

Streaming services

Each of the competitors can play content from Spotify.

Connectivity

Both models have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. There are 2/0 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Sony HT-Z9F versus 2/1 HDMIs in the Klipsch Cinema 800. As in the HT-Z9F, so in the Cinema 800 there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. The connectivity of each of the models was estimated at 8/10. The manufacturer of the Cinema 800 provides a device control application. The Klipsch Cinema 800 equipped with a microphone. The Sony HT-Z9F may become part of a multiroom system.

Multichannel surround

Manufacturers equipped both units with Dolby Atmos audio decoder. The HT-Z9F can work with surround sound due to DTS:X support. The same score of 8/10 was put to the soundbars for multichannel surround support.

Advantages Sony HT-Z9F over Klipsch Cinema 800

Advantages Klipsch Cinema 800 over Sony HT-Z9F