It makes sense comparing Yamaha YSP-5600 vs Sony HT-A5000 because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, YSP-5600 has a total rating of 8,4 out of 10 versus 7.8 for HT-A5000.
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 5.1.2 for the Sony HT-A5000. The output power is different and equal to 128 (overall) W for the YSP-5600 versus 450 (overall) W for the HT-A5000. Competitors have a built-in subwoofer. The Yamaha YSP-5600 got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Sony HT-A5000 8 for its audio features and specs. Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.
These models have the ability to 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 1/1 of the Sony HT-A5000. 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.
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.
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-A5000 10 out of 10.