Between the AX5125H and Arc Ultra, the AX5125H comes out ahead in subwoofer included and total power, while the Arc Ultra wins on several specs. Overall, the AX5125H scores 65.8 and the Arc Ultra scores 35 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The AX5125H is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 30.8 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the AX5125H if you care most about subwoofer included and total power. The biggest gaps in its favor are subwoofer included, total power.
The Arc Ultra similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable dolby atmos, earc, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the AX5125H is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Hisense - AX5125H wins
- ▲Has Subwoofer included.
- ▲Total power: 510 W vs 0 W.
Why Sonos - Arc Ultra wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Hisense - AX5125H | Sonos - Arc Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 5.1.2 | 9.1.4 |
| Total power | 510 Wlead | 0 W |
| Dolby Atmosⓘ | true | true |
| DTS:X | truelead | false |
Connectivity
| Spec | Hisense - AX5125H | Sonos - Arc Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI inputs | 1 | 1 |
| eARCⓘ | true | true |
| Subwoofer included | truelead | false |
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