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DTS:X vs Dolby Atmos in 2026: The Format War Nobody Won

Dolby Atmos has more content, better streaming support, and wider device adoption. DTS:X sounds identical in blind tests and doesn't require licensing fees for speaker placement. Both decode on every modern AVR. The real winner is whichever format your Blu-ray has. Here's what actually matters.

March 31, 2026·9 min read

Why Netflix Sounds Worse Than a Blu-Ray (Dolby Digital Plus vs TrueHD Explained)

Netflix Atmos is Dolby Digital Plus at 768 kbps. The same movie on Blu-ray is Dolby TrueHD at up to 18,000 kbps. That's a 24x bitrate difference. Most people can hear it on a decent system. Here's exactly what you're missing and whether it matters for your setup.

March 31, 2026·7 min read