Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9
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Choosing between the Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX and Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9? Both compete in the Soundbar segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX scores higher in value, room fit. The Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 leads in form factor. They score similarly in ease of use.
These soundbars differ in channel configurations of 3.1.2 vs 5.0.2.
These two Soundbar options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 4 scored dimensions. The Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX
Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Config | 3.1.2 | 5.0.2 |
| Total Power (RMS) | — | 585W |
| Driver Count | 11 | 13 |
| Freq Response Low | — | — |
| Freq Response High | — | — |
| Passive | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Digital+ | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | No | Yes |
| DTS:X | Yes | Yes |
| DTS Virtual:X | No | No |
| DTS-HD Master | No | No |
| Built-in Sub | No | Yes |
| Wireless Sub Included | Yes | No |
| Wireless Sub Support | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Surround Support | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Inputs | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Optical Input | Yes | Yes |
| Analog Stereo In | No | No |
| Sub Pre-Out | No | No |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| BT Version | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | — |
| AirPlay 2 | Yes | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes | Yes |
| Spotify Connect | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | |
| Room Calibration | — | 360 Spatial Sound Mapping |
| Dialog Enhancement | Yes | Yes |
| Night Mode | Yes | Yes |
| App Control | Polk Audio | Sony Home Entertainment Connect |
| Wall Mountable | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
- Channel Config: Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX at 3.1.2 vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 at 5.0.2
- Driver Count: Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX at 11 vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 at 13
- BT Version: Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX at 5.0 vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 at 5.2
- Total Power (RMS): Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX at — vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 at 585W
- Dolby TrueHD: Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX at No vs Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 9 at Yes
Specifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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