Sony STRDH770
Score: 87/100
KEF XIO
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Sony STR-DH770 is a mid-tier 7.2-channel AV receiver that offers powerful amplification, full-stack 4K/HDR pass-through, and convenient Bluetooth/NFC pairing, making it a solid choice for home-theater beginners. Its lack of Wi-Fi, modern streaming protocols, and advanced room-correction features keep it from being future-proof.
The KEF XIO 5.1.2 soundbar delivers powerful, immersive Atmos sound with deep bass and high-resolution streaming, though it depends on a separate wireless subwoofer for extra low-end impact and requires app-based configuration.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
145 W | 820 Wbest | |
— | 34 Hzbest | |
— | 20,000 Hzbest | |
4best | 1 | |
1best | 1best | |
4.2 | 5.3best | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.454 kgbest | 10.5 kg |
12 months | 24 monthsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(3) | ||
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | 5.3 |
Wi‑Fi Support | false | true |
Ethernet Port | false | true |
Video(2) | ||
HDMI Inputs | 4 | 1 |
HDMI eARC Support | false | true |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Overall Weight (kg) | 0.4536 kg | 10.5 kg |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 12 months | 24 months |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Standby Power Consumption (W) | 0.3 W | 2.0 W |
Audio(2) | ||
Channel Configuration | 7.2 | 5.1.2 |
Total Power Output (W) | 145 W | 820 W |
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Professional reviewers praise the STR-DH770 for its strong 145 W per-channel output, reliable 4K HDR pass-through, and user-friendly D.C.A.C. calibration, while noting the lack of Wi-Fi, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and advanced room-correction as drawbacks in 2026.
Everyday users appreciate the powerful sound, seamless Bluetooth/NFC pairing, effective D.C.A.C. calibration, and solid 4K video performance, but complain about missing Wi-Fi/app control, outdated remote, and occasional HDMI overheating.
Professional reviewers from What Hi-Fi? and Crutchfield laud the XIO for its powerful, clean bass, precise imaging and ability to handle both movies and high-resolution music with equal finesse, calling it one of the best premium soundbars available.
Everyday users consistently praise the XIO's immersive Atmos experience, deep bass that often eliminates the need for a separate subwoofer, and the convenience of the KEF Connect app, while noting the lack of rear speakers and the requirement to buy a separate wireless subwoofer for extra low-end punch.
“Powerful sound-easily drives my floor-standing speakers.”
“Bluetooth pairing with NFC is seamless.”
“D.C.A.C. calibration made a noticeable difference in soundstage.”
