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Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer vs Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

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Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer

Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer

  • Mains-powered product.
  • 65 W rated output.
  • Bluetooth 5.2.
  • Works with the Razer Synapse 3 Razer Audio app.
  • Weighs 1.4 kg.
KSh 46,500In Stock
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Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • 190 W rated output.
  • Harman Kardon One.
  • Weighs 800 g.
KSh 49,000In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 has a higher 190 W rated output and is lighter (800 g), while the Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer has larger 95 mm drivers.

Portability

Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer
1.4 kg
Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
800 g

Output power

Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer
65 W rated output
Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
190 W rated output

Connections

Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer
Bluetooth 5.2
Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Bluetooth 5.4

Controls

Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer
Source, Bluetooth, power and volume buttons
Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Touch controls on right satellite base

Audio

Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer
THX Spatial Audio
Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Three-way stereo design

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer

  • Larger drivers: 95 mm (vs 40 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 46,500 (vs KSh 49,000).
  • Supports spatial audio.

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

  • Higher rated output: 190 W (vs 65 W).
  • Lighter: 800 g (vs 1.4 kg).
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.2).

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PriorityRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Portability1.4 kg800 g
Output power65 W rated output190 W rated output
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.2Bluetooth 5.4
ControlsSource, Bluetooth, power and volume buttonsTouch controls on right satellite base
AudioTHX Spatial AudioThree-way stereo design
SoftwareWorks with the Razer Synapse 3 Razer Audio appHarman Kardon One

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
BrandRazerHarman Kardon
ModelLeviathan V2SoundSticks 5
TypeSoundbar with SubwooferDesktop Speaker
ColorBlack—

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
DimensionsSoundbar: 500 × 91.3 × 84 mm; subwoofer: 220 × 220 × 241.5 mmEach satellite 95.5 x 281.1 x 95.5 mm; subwoofer 237.5 x 283.4 x 237.5 mm
WeightSoundbar: 1.4 kg; subwoofer: 3.0 kgEach satellite 0.8 kg; subwoofer 3.7 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
BatteryMains-powered productN/A; AC-powered

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2 (60 ms low latency)5.4
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsSBC; AACA2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6.2
Wired InputsUSB Type-C audio input to PC; subwoofer outputHDMI ARC
USBUSB Type-C audio input to PCUSB-C service port, 5 V / 0.5 A
Microphone / Guitar InputsNo microphone or guitar input—
App SupportRazer Synapse 3; Razer Audio app; Razer Chroma RGB appHarman Kardon One
HDMI—One HDMI ARC; HDCP 1.4
Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing—Auracast multi-speaker connection

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
LightshowRazer Chroma RGB, 18 zones; Breathing, Spectrum Cycling, Static, and Wave effectsAdjustable multicolour lightshow
Party FeaturesNot a party-speaker productAuracast multi-speaker playback
Home Cinema FeaturesTHX Spatial Audio (PC via Synapse 3); 7.1 surround simulationHDMI ARC TV connection; Dolby audio
Special FeaturesLow-latency Bluetooth; custom 10-band EQ; headphone quick toggleApp-controlled EQ and lightshow; firmware updates

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Speaker Configuration2.1-channel soundbar and subwooferTwo satellite speakers and down-firing subwoofer
DriversFull-range: 2 × 2.0 × 4.0 in (48 × 95 mm); tweeters: 2 × 0.75 in (20 mm); passive radiators: 2 × 1.7 × 5.3 in (43 × 135 mm); down-firing subwoofer: 1 × 5.5 in (140 mm)Six 40 mm midrange drivers; two 25 mm tweeters; one 5.25-inch subwoofer
Frequency Response45 Hz – 20 kHz40 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)
Total Power Output65 W190 W RMS
Audio Channels2.12.1
Sound Modes / EQCustom 10-band EQ via Razer Synapse/Razer Audio app; THX Spatial AudioHarman Kardon One app EQ
Audio FeaturesTHX Spatial Audio; Razer Chroma RGB; low-latency Bluetooth 5.2Three-way stereo design; Dolby audio over HDMI ARC
Signal-to-Noise Ratio—80 dB A-weighted

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Power SourceExternal 65 W power adapter100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Battery LifeMains-powered productNot applicable
Power ConsumptionExternal 65 W input power—
Charging Time——
Fast Charging——
Charging Port——

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
ControlsSource, Bluetooth, power and volume buttons; headphone quick toggleTouch controls on right satellite base; app controls
Placement / MountingDesktop placement; detachable rubber feet/raised feetDesktop placement
Materials—Transparent dome; recycled plastic and recycled aluminum

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationRazer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With SubwooferHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Speaker / Soundbar1 × Razer Leviathan V2 soundbarTwo SoundSticks 5 satellite speakers
Subwoofer1 × Razer Leviathan V2 subwooferSoundSticks 5 subwoofer
Power CableExternal 65 W power adapterAC power cable
Audio / HDMI CableUSB-C to USB-A cable—
Mounting AccessoriesFlat feet and raised feet for soundbar angle adjustment—
Other AccessoriesRaised feet—
DocumentationImportant Product Information GuideQuick-start guide; safety instructions and warranty card

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Same audio channels: 2.1.

In summary

For most buyers the Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 is the better buy; the Razer Leviathan V2 Gaming Soundbar With Subwoofer makes sense if you want larger 95 mm drivers.

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