Philips Fidelio FB1
Score: 82/100
JBL Bar 700MK2
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Philips Fidelio FB1 is a premium all-in-one 7.1.2 soundbar delivering powerful 310 W RMS output and immersive Dolby Atmos. Its marketing claim of a true 7.1.2 layout is disputed and a separate rear-speaker kit is needed for full surround. Best suited for medium-sized living rooms where design and integrated bass are priorities.
The JBL Bar 700MK2 is a 7.1-channel soundbar system featuring a detachable wireless surround set and a 10-inch wireless subwoofer, delivering up to 780 W of power and Dolby Atmos immersion. Its premium performance comes with a larger footprint and higher cost, and Wi-Fi connectivity is not confirmed. Ideal for users who want a full-featured home-theater experience without extensive wiring.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 7.1best | |
310 W | 780 Wbest | |
— | 25.4 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.2 kg | 5 kgbest |
2 yearsbest | 1 years | |
5best | — | |
22 cm | 116.33 cmbest | |
38 cmbest | 5.08 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(3) | ||
Total Power Output (W) | 310 W | 780 W |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD, PCM, Dolby Digital, LPCM 2ch | Dolby Atmos |
Wireless Subwoofer | false | true |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 7.20 kg | 5 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 22.0 cm | 116.33 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 38.0 cm | 5.08 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 137.0 cm | 12.7 cm |
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Professional reviewers praise the FB1 for its elegant, premium design, powerful 310 W RMS output, and comprehensive connectivity that includes eARC and multiple streaming options. They also commend the built-in room-calibration mic and the slim form factor that fits under large TVs. However, they criticize the marketing claim of a full 7.1.2 driver layout when the hardware is actually 5.1.2, and note that true surround sound still requires optional rear speakers or a separate subwoofer, which adds to the overall cost.
Professional reviewers and editors are not represented in the available sources; product pages simply highlight the system’s Dolby Atmos, detachable speakers and easy setup.
No consumer reviews were found in the research data, so specific praise or complaints from everyday users cannot be summarized.
