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Why is XBOOM RNC5 better than BRAVIA Theatre U?
XBOOM RNC5 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is BRAVIA Theatre U better than XBOOM RNC5?
- Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC)No · XBOOM RNC5: Yes
- Bluetooth version4 vs 5.2+30%
- LDACNo · XBOOM RNC5: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Sound | ||
| Lowest frequency | — | 20 Hz |
| Highest frequency | — | 20,000 Hz |
| Spatial / 3D audio | — | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos | — | Yes |
| Adjustable equaliser | Yes | Yes |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery life | — | 12 h |
| Mains powered | Yes | No |
| Battery powered (portable) | No | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4 | 5.2 |
| Bluetooth codecs | SBC | LDAC, AAC, SBC |
| Hi-res codec (LDAC / aptX HD / LHDC) | No | Yes |
| aptX | No | No |
| LDAC | No | Yes |
| Multipoint (two devices) | Yes | — |
| USB-C | — | Yes |
| Smart & streaming | ||
| Companion app | Yes | — |
| Design & build | ||
| Weight | — | 268 g |
| Width | — | 235 mm |
| Height | — | 48 mm |
| Depth | — | 178 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IPX4 |
| Water resistance (IPx) | — | IPx4 |
| Colours | Black | — |
| Features | ||
| Hands-free calls | — | Yes |
| Light effects | Yes | — |
| Remote control | Yes | — |
