Philips TAB6309 Soundbar vs Yamaha True X Bar 40A Sound Bar
The Yamaha True X Bar 40A is the better pick for movie and game nights: its 2.1.2 layout with up-firing drivers gives real Dolby Atmos height, and it adds Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect and Alexa. The Philips TAB6309/37 wins on raw bass and simplicity: a separate wireless subwoofer hits deeper than any built-in driver, and HDMI eARC plus Bluetooth covers the basics. Owners of both report solid build for the class; the Yamaha is the more refined and connected bar, the Philips the harder-hitting one.
- Choose the Philips TAB6309/37 if you want the deepest bass from a separate wireless subwoofer and a slim bar that mounts flat under the TV.
- Choose the Yamaha True X Bar 40A if you want Dolby Atmos height effects, Wi-Fi streaming and a one-box setup with no subwoofer to place.
Prices
- Philips TAB6309 Soundbar: $87.00 at Electro Vision Inc (last seen Nov 13)
- Yamaha True X Bar 40A Sound Bar: $199.00 at The Wires Zone (last seen Nov 13)
- Difference: the Philips TAB6309 Soundbar is $112.00 cheaper than the Yamaha True X Bar 40A Sound Bar at the latest prices (Nov 13)

