If you’ve been exploring ways to upgrade your meeting rooms, you may have already come across Yealink’s all-in-one video bars. Their MeetingBar A40 has been a popular pick for small to mid-sized spaces, and now, there’s a new model on the way. Yealink just announced the MeetingBar A50, and it’s set to launch on June 30, 2025.
Naturally, the question is: How does the A50 compare to the A40? If you're planning to refresh your collaboration setup, or you're in the early stages of building out larger meeting spaces, it's a good time to take a look at how these two systems measure up.
Let’s walk through what’s new, what’s different, and which one might make the most sense for your team.
FIRST, WHAT’S THE A50 ALL ABOUT?
Designed for bigger rooms.
The A50 is built for medium to large meeting spaces that host 10–20+ people. It’s made to handle rooms where people sit farther from the display or frequently move around during meetings.
Triple-camera system.
Instead of the dual cameras on the A40, the A50 uses three 50 MP cameras, one wide-angle and two telephoto. This gives it the ability to zoom in on speakers, track movement, and even stream multiple views at once using IntelliFrame.
Better microphone coverage.
With 16 built-in mics, a pickup range of up to 10 meters, and support for three expansion microphones, it’s ready to capture voices across large tables or wide layouts.
Smarter AI features.
The A50 includes IntelliFocus, which keeps the camera smoothly locked on whoever’s speaking, and multi-view framing for better hybrid meeting visibility.
Runs on Android 13.
Like the A40, it’s Teams and Zoom certified, with easy remote management and deployment tools for IT teams.
AND WHAT ABOUT THE A40?
Great for smaller rooms.
The A40 is optimized for rooms with up to 10 people, such as huddle rooms or standard conference spaces.
Dual-camera setup.
It uses two 48 MP cameras with a 120° field of view. It supports auto framing, speaker tracking, and video fencing, making it smart but not as advanced as the A50 in terms of framing complexity.
Solid audio for compact spaces.
An 8-microphone array picks up voices from up to 6 meters, and it supports two expansion mics for slightly larger layouts.
Compact and efficient.
It’s a plug-and-play device that’s been widely deployed and performs well in smaller environments where participants stay seated and close to the bar.
SIDE-BY-SIDE: WHAT’S THE REAL DIFFERENCE?
Let’s make this easy to digest. Here’s how the two bars compare in key areas:
Room Size
The A40 is great for smaller rooms, while the A50 is clearly designed for larger spaces. If your team is spread out around a longer table, or you're dealing with open layouts or training-style setups, the A50 has the edge.
Cameras
A40: Dual 48 MP, wide-angle coverage
A50: Triple 50 MP, including telephoto lenses for zoom and multi-view framing
The A50 can zoom tighter and split views dynamically, making it better for rooms with multiple speakers or presentations.
Microphones
A40: 8 mics, 6-meter range
A50: 16 mics, 10-meter range
The A50 also supports more expansion microphones, which is important for consistent audio in big rooms.
AI & Smart Features
Both models come with AI framing and tracking tools, but the A50 goes further with IntelliFrame, which can send multiple video streams at once (think presenter + audience), and IntelliFocus, which automatically hones in on the active speaker without jerky transitions.
Audio Output
Both have dual 10W stereo speakers. While the power is the same, the A50’s larger frame gives it slightly better acoustic presence across wide rooms.
Management & Setup
Both support one-cable deployment, Android 13, Microsoft’s MDEP, and remote management via Teams Admin Center, Zoom Device Management, or Yealink’s cloud platform.
SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR THE A50 OR STICK WITH THE A40?
This comes down to three questions:
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How big is your room?
If you're outfitting a larger room or boardroom, the A50’s additional hardware and smarter framing tools are built for that kind of environment. -
How soon do you need it?
The A40 is available right now and remains a strong performer in its class. The A50 won’t be shipping until June 30, 2025, so if you're on a tight rollout schedule, that matters. -
How dynamic are your meetings?
If meetings in your space involve movement, presentations, multiple active speakers, or hybrid team setups, the A50’s IntelliFrame and telephoto cameras can provide a more engaging, flexible experience.
WHAT IF YOU’RE STILL NOT SURE?
That’s where we come in.
At Vivo Technologies, we help companies design AV solutions that actually make sense, based on room size, user behavior, and your preferred platforms. Whether you’re leaning toward the A50, sticking with the A40, we’ll help you navigate it.
We’re not here to sell you one product, we’re here to build the right room for your team, from consultation to deployment.
FINAL THOUGHTS
The Yealink MeetingBar A50 is packed with new tech that’s made for larger, more dynamic spaces. Triple cameras, more advanced AI, and better audio reach make it ideal for boardrooms, training rooms, and hybrid-heavy teams.
The MeetingBar A40 remains a dependable, cost-effective solution for smaller rooms, where its compact design and smart AI features are more than enough.
Not sure which direction to go?
Let Vivo help you evaluate your spaces, recommend the right video bar (or combination of tools), and make deployment as smooth as possible. Contact us!
