Weight
- Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
- 3.36 kg
- Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
- 4.2 kg
Speaker comparison
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 vs Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
Compare sound, battery life, durability and connections.
01Selected  Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
KSh 27,500In Stock | 02  Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
KSh 36,000Out of Stock |
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Our quick verdict
Choose the Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 if you want a lighter build (3.36 kg) and a lower price (KSh 8,500 less). Choose the Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 if you want a higher 160 W rated output and larger 143 mm drivers.
Output power
- Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
- 50 W rated output
- Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
- 160 W rated output
Connections
- Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
- Version 5.3, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6
- Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
- Bluetooth 5.4
Battery capacity
- Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
- 4,722 mAh battery
- Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
- Mains-powered product
Charging time
- Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
- 4 hours
- Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
- Mains-powered product
Key differences
The main differences to help you choose.
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
- Lighter: 3.36 kg.
- Lower price: KSh 27,500 (KSh 8,500 less).
Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
- Higher rated output: 160 W.
- Larger drivers: 143 mm.
What matters most to you?
13 priorities selected.
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9
- 3,360 g.
- 50 W rated output.
- 3.36 kg.
- Version 5.3, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.
- 4,722 mAh battery.
- Up to 8 hours per charge.
- 4 hours.
- Pair with another Onyx Studio 9 via Auracast for a wider, stereo soundstage.
- > 80dB.
- USB-C (5V/2.1A), multi-device pairing, Auracast multi-speaker support.
- Portable Bluetooth Speaker.
- No party lightshow.
- 50Hz – 20kHz (-6dB).
Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5
- 4,200 g.
- 160 W rated output.
- 4.2 kg.
- Bluetooth 5.4.
- Mains-powered product.
- Auracast™ Support.
- 80 dB A-weighted.
- Type-C (Service / 5V 0.5A).
- Home Speaker.
- 5 Animated Themes (Customizable via App).
- 45Hz – 20kHz.
Detailed comparison
Explore the full specifications, section by section.
General
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon |
| Model | Onyx Studio 9 | Aura Studio 5 |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Home Speaker |
| Color | Black, Gray | — |
Design
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 289.2 x 287.5 x 130 mm | 284 x 232 x 232 mm |
| Weight | 3.36kg | 4.2 kg (9.3 lbs) |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 4722mAh Li-ion, 3.63V, up to 8 hours playtime | Mains-powered product |
Connectivity
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Version 5.3, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 | 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi | Bluetooth-only portable speaker | — |
| Wired Inputs | USB-C (5V | — |
| HDMI | Portable speaker design | — |
| USB | USB-C (5V/2.1A), multi-device pairing, Auracast multi-speaker support | Type-C (Service / 5V 0.5A) |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | No microphone or guitar input | — |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Pair with another Onyx Studio 9 via Auracast for a wider, stereo soundstage. | Auracast™ Support |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | — | A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.2 |
| App Support | — | Harman Kardon One App |
Features
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | No built-in voice assistant | — |
| Lightshow | No party lightshow | 5 Animated Themes (Customizable via App) |
| Party Features | Not a party-speaker product | Not a party-speaker product |
| Home Cinema Features | Not a home-cinema speaker | Not a home-cinema product |
| Special Features | Self-tuning, Constant Sound Field technology, Harman Kardon One app, speakerphone, 7-band EQ | 360° Ambient Lightshow, Recycled Materials |
Audio
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1 x 120mm woofer, 3 x 20mm tweeters | • 1 x 143mm (Subwoofer) \n• 6 x 40mm (Mid-high range) \n• 1 x 25mm (Tweeter) |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz – 20kHz (-6dB) | 45Hz – 20kHz |
| Total Power Output | 50W RMS | 160W RMS |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | > 80dB | 80 dB A-weighted |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | AC Power (Not portable/No Battery) |
| Charging Time | 4 hours | Mains-powered product |
| Battery Life | — | Mains-powered product |
| Fast Charging | — | Mains-powered product |
| Charging Port | — | Mains-powered product |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | 90% recycled aluminum handle, recycled polyester fabric grille, IPX4 splash resistance | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | — |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Onyx Studio 9 | Aura Studio 5 |
| Subwoofer | No subwoofer supplied | No subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | No remote control supplied | No remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | — |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | Not applicable | — |
| Mounting Accessories | Portable design | — |
| Other Accessories | — | Not applicable |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
Similarities
- Both charge over USB-C.
- Same party features: not a party-speaker product.
- Both are made by Harman Kardon.
In summary
Kardon Onyx Studio 9 is the lighter option to carry and costs less; Kardon Aura Studio 5 trades extra weight and cost for more total output and drivers.
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