Sonos - Arc (original) vs Sony - Bravia Theater Bar 9
Between the Arc (original) and Bravia Theater Bar 9, the Arc (original) comes out ahead in several specs, while the Bravia Theater Bar 9 wins on total power. Overall, the Arc (original) scores 35 and the Bravia Theater Bar 9 scores 62.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Bravia Theater Bar 9 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 27.5 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.
The Arc (original) doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the Bravia Theater Bar 9 if you care most about total power. Its strongest claims are total power.
Both ship with comparable dolby atmos, earc, subwoofer included, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Bravia Theater Bar 9 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Sonos - Arc (original) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Sony - Bravia Theater Bar 9 wins
- ▲Total power: 460 W vs 0 W.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Sonos - Arc (original) | Sony - Bravia Theater Bar 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 5.0.2 | 7.0.2 |
| Total power | 0 W | 460 Wlead |
| Dolby Atmosⓘ | true | true |
| DTS:X | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Sonos - Arc (original) | Sony - Bravia Theater Bar 9 |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI inputs | 1 | 1 |
| eARCⓘ | true | true |
| Subwoofer included | false | false |
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