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2.5Build & features3.0
Dimensions
Size comparison
The Groove XLBRAVIA Theatre U HT-AN7
| The Groove XL | BRAVIA Theatre U HT-AN7 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 109 mm | 48 mm | +61 mm |
| Width | 259 mm | 235 mm | +24 mm |
| Depth | 86 mm | 178 mm | −92 mm |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is The Groove XL better than BRAVIA Theatre U HT-AN7?
- Battery life17 h vs 12 h+42%
Why is BRAVIA Theatre U HT-AN7 better than The Groove XL?
BRAVIA Theatre U HT-AN7 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Specifications
Side by side
| Sound | ||
| Output power | 40 W | — |
| Lowest frequency | 65 Hz | — |
| Highest frequency | 24,000 Hz | — |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery life | 17 h | 12 h |
| Mains powered | No | — |
| Battery powered (portable) | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | — | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth codecs | SBC | — |
| Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC) | No | — |
| aptX | No | — |
| LDAC | No | — |
| USB audio | — | Yes |
| 3.5 mm jack / AUX | Yes | — |
| Design & build | ||
| Weight | 1,630 g | — |
| Width | 259 mm | 235 mm |
| Height | 109 mm | 48 mm |
| Depth | 86 mm | 178 mm |
| Protection rating | IPX4 | IPX4 |
| Water resistance (IPx) | IPx4 | IPx4 |
| Colours | Black | — |
| Features | ||
| Hands-free calls | — | Yes |
| Party / stereo pairing | — | Yes |
| Remote control | Yes | — |
