JBL Bar 5.1 vs JBL SUB80P – Key Differences & Best Choice (2026)

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Brand	JBL	JBL
Model No	Bar 5.1	SUB80P
Wired / Wireless	Home Theatre Speaker Specification	Home Theatre Speaker Specification
Driver Type	Dynamic	Dynamic

Driver Diameter	Subwoofer Transducer : 254 mm Soundbar Transducer : 6 x 2.25" Racetrack Drivers, 3 x 1.25" Tweeter	200 mm Down-Firing Fiber-Composite Cone
Impedance	NA	NA
Sensitivity	104dB	NA
Frequency Response	Frequency Response : 35Hz - 20KHz	Frequency Response -6dB : 45Hz - 200Hz
Maximum Power Input	AC 100 - 240V 50/60Hz	AC 100-240V AC, 50 / 60Hz
Maximum Power Output	Total Output Power : 510 W ( RMS ) Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 5.1	200 W ( RMS ) 400 W Peck
Signal to Noise Ratio	<11dBm	NA

Noise Cancelling
Aux Connectivity	Yes	No
Weight	Soundbar : 3.9 Kg Subwoofer : 13 Kg Surround Speaker : 0.6 Kg	Subwoofer : 9 Kg Wireless Transmitter : 117 GM
Dimensions	Soundbar : 148 mm X 58 mm X 93 mm Subwoofer : 305 mm X 440 mm X 305 mm Surround Speaker : 165 mm X 59 mm X 93 mm	Subwoofer : 353 mm X 267 mm X 267 mm Wireless Transmitter : 35 mm X 127 mm X 89 mm
Available Colors	Black	Black
Accessories	JBL Bar 5.1 Surround Home Theatre Speaker Soundbar AUX Cable HDMI Cable Safety Sheet Optical Cable Warranty Card Quick Start Guide Wireless Subwoofer Wall Mount Bracket Kit Calibration Microphone Remote Control With Batteries 2 x Wireless Surround Sound Speakers Power Cables ( Up To 5pcs Depending On Region SKUs )	JBL SUB80P Powered Subwoofer Subwoofer Ownerâ€™s Manual Wireless Transmitter
Other Features	1 Year manufacturerâ€™s warranty. 510 W Powerful Deep Bass Sound. Wireless music streaming with Bluetooth. Works with your existing TV Remote Control. Thrilling bass from a 10â€ (250mm) wireless subwoofer. Detachable, battery-powered wireless surround speakers. JBL Surround Sound from 5.1 Channel 4K Ultra HD Soundbar. Free Installation, Replacement & On-Site Repair within 24 hours ( in Select cities).T&C Apply. JBL Sound shift allows you to instantly switch between sound from your TV and sound from your phone or tablet.	Subwoofer Level Control. Bass Boost and Phase Control . Auto / On / Trigger Power Modes. 8-inch Down-firing Fiber-composite Cone Woofer . The SUB80P features an 8-inch down-firing fiber-composite cone woofer and built-in high-performance 200-watt amplifier for impactful and memorable sound quality deserving of the JBL name. The SUB80P comes in a high-gloss black finish for a stylish and elegant appearance. With the included wireless transmitter and space-efficient design the SUB80P can be placed anywhere in the room without having to run cables. Add a SUB80P to your existing speakers to create a stereo or multi-channel home theater system with impactful bass and unprecedented affordability.
	Compare JBL Bar 5.1 with: JBL Bar 5.1 Surround JBL Stage XD-6 JBL Bar 500MK2 JBL Stage 220P Bowers & Wilkins ASW608	Compare JBL SUB80P with: JBL Stage 280F Samsung HW-QS700F Bowers & Wilkins ASW608 JBL Stage 220P JBL Bar 5.1 Surround

Key differences lie in output power, channel setup, and feature support, which influence performance. These speakers are ideal for creating a home theatre-like environment with immersive sound output. JBL SUB80P and JBL Bar 5.1 are feature-rich speaker setups offering a combination of powerful sound, surround experience, and connectivity options. Audio enhancements and surround technologies improve clarity and spatial sound performance. Modern connectivity options make these systems flexible for different setups and devices.

Verdict: Both speakers offer strong performance, and the better choice depends on your preference for power, surround sound, and features.

Top Differences

Sound Output: 200W vs 510W
Channels: 200 vs 510
Frequency Response: Frequency Response -6dB : 45Hz - 200Hz vs Frequency Response : 35Hz - 20KHz
Subwoofer Size: 200 mm vs 254 mm
Aux Input: no Vs yes

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