Polk Audio Command Bar vs Samsung B650 review

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The Polk Audio Command Bar vs Samsung B650 comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Polk Audio Command Bar was rated 6.6, while the Samsung B650 has a rating 4.8.

Audio features

Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that Command Bar has 2.1 and B650 has 3.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 160 (overall) versus 430 (overall) according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Rate 6 out of 10 received the Polk Audio Command Bar for audio features and specs, but the Samsung B650 received 7 out of 10.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. The Command Bar can play audio from Spotify.

Connectivity

Both models do not have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs are in each of soundbars. As in the Command Bar, so in the B650 there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. The connectivity of each of the models was estimated at 7/10. None of these soundbars can be controlled using the app. The Polk Audio Command Bar equipped with a microphone. The Polk Audio Command Bar may become part of a multiroom system.

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos audio decoder support is not implemented in either the Command Bar or B650. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The Command Bar was rated 5/10, while the B650 received a mark of 6/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages Polk Audio Command Bar over Samsung B650