Samsung B550 vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Samsung B550 vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, B550 has a total rating of 4.6 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung B550 has 2.1 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 410 (overall) W for the B550 versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The B550 has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The Samsung B550 got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the React.

Connectivity

Only the Polk Audio React can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung B550 has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Polk Audio React. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the B550 received a rating of 7/10 versus 5/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the React. A built-in microphone is present only on the React. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

None of soundbars equipped with Dolby Atmos multichannel audio decoder. The soundbars do not support the surround sound technology DTS:X. For multichannel surround, each of the opponents received 6 points out of 10.

Advantages Samsung B550 over Polk Audio React

Advantages Polk Audio React over Samsung B550