Poly Studio X72 Wins
Winner
Poly Studio X72 all-in-one video bar in black

Poly Studio X72

9.3

Large conference rooms (14-20+ people) that need a premium all-in-one solution with native platform support

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Neat Bar Generation 2 video bar in charcoal

Neat Bar Gen 2

9.0

Design-conscious organizations using Zoom or Teams that want the latest AI framing technology in medium-sized rooms

Marcus Rivera
Marcus Rivera

Score Comparison

Criteria
Poly Studio X72
Neat Bar Gen 2
Overall Score
9.3
9.0
Video Quality & AI Features
9.5
9.4
Audio Performance
9.3
9.0
Room Coverage
9.8
8.8
Platform Compatibility
9.5
8.5
Setup & Management
9.0
9.2
Build Quality & Design
9.5
9.8
Value
7.0
7.5

Pricing & Features

Specification
Poly Studio X72
Neat Bar Gen 2
Price
$6,999
$3,990
Released
01-Sep-24
01-Jul-24

Making Your Decision

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When to Choose Poly Studio X72

Large conference rooms (14-20+ people) that need a premium all-in-one solution with native platform support

The Poly Studio X72 is the flagship all-in-one video bar for large conference rooms. Its dual-camera AI Director system handles big rooms with ease, and the integrated compute means no separate PC is needed for Zoom or Teams Rooms. The price is steep, but for large-room deployments, the X72 delivers enterprise-grade quality.

Strengths

  • Dual-camera system with AI Director for intelligent framing of up to 20+ participants
  • Exceptional audio with NoiseBlockAI and Acoustic Fence technology
  • Native Zoom, Teams, and open SIP support — no external compute needed
  • Premium build quality with versatile wall-mount and table-stand options

Limitations

  • Premium price at $6,999 is a significant investment
  • Large form factor may not suit smaller rooms
  • Requires Poly Lens for full remote management capabilities
Neat Bar Gen 2 logo

When to Choose Neat Bar Gen 2

Design-conscious organizations using Zoom or Teams that want the latest AI framing technology in medium-sized rooms

The Neat Bar Gen 2 builds on Neat's design-first philosophy with a significantly upgraded camera and AI engine. The 50MP sensor and improved Neat Symmetry deliver noticeably better framing than the original. The Zoom/Teams-only limitation remains, but for those platforms, it's one of the most elegant solutions available.

Strengths

  • Next-generation Neat Symmetry AI with improved multi-person framing accuracy
  • Sleek, minimal design that blends seamlessly into modern meeting spaces
  • 50MP camera sensor with 4K output and excellent low-light performance
  • Neat Pulse cloud management with zero-touch provisioning for IT teams

Limitations

  • Limited to Zoom and Teams — no Google Meet or open SIP support
  • Sold primarily through AV channel partners — not widely available on Amazon
  • Neat Pad controller adds $700+ to total deployment cost

Ready to Get Started?

Poly Studio X72 all-in-one video bar in black

Poly Studio X72

Score: 9.3
Neat Bar Generation 2 video bar in charcoal

Neat Bar Gen 2

Score: 9.0