The Beam supports Dolby Atmos, while the Ray does not. To use Dolby Atmos, connect the Beam to a TV with HDMI eARC support and play content encoded with Dolby Atmos.

The Ray connects to a TV through its optical output and supports control with the existing TV remote. The Beam (Gen 2) uses HDMI eARC, which supports higher-resolution audio formats such as Dolby Atmos when the TV and content support them.

The smaller soundbar is well suited for clear dialogue, balanced music, gaming, and everyday TV viewing, with speech enhancement available through the app. The second-generation soundbar adds Dolby Atmos, panoramic sound, and broader audio processing, making it a strong fit for customers who want more immersive movies, games, and music.

Integrators should match the soundbar to the TV connection and desired experience: the smaller option connects through optical output and supports TV-remote control, while the second-generation option uses HDMI eARC to support Dolby Atmos with compatible content. Both provide app control, dialogue enhancement, music streaming, and integration with supported control systems, while the second-generation option also adds built-in voice control and Night Sound.