Sony HT-A3000 vs Samsung Q60B review
An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Sony HT-A3000 vs Samsung Q60B comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HT-A3000 has a total rating of 7.6 out of 10 versus 5.8 for Q60B.
Audio features
Both soundbars have active amplification type. Soundbars have the same number of channels on 3.1. The output power is different and equal to 250 (overall) W for the HT-A3000 versus 340 (overall) W for the Q60B. Only the Sony HT-A3000 has a built-in subwoofer. The Sony HT-A3000 got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Samsung Q60B 8 for its audio features and specs.
Streaming services
Spotify support is available on the HT-A3000.
Connectivity
Only the Sony HT-A3000 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Sony HT-A3000 has 0/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Samsung Q60B. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, each of the soundbars received a rating of 7/10.
Features
Compared soundbars have no app control. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Multichannel surround
Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review. For multichannel surround, each of the opponents received 10 points out of 10.
Advantages Sony HT-A3000 over Samsung Q60B
- Built-in subwoofer
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify support
- WI-FI enabled
Advantages Samsung Q60B over Sony HT-A3000
- Separate subwoofer in package
Common
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
General
Placement type
Connection to source
Soundbar buttons
Audio features
Built-in channels
Amplification type
Output power, W
Separate speaker (in package)
Separate speaker connections
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connections
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Connectivity
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
NFC
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output
USB
Coaxial digital input/output
Analog audio input/output (RCA)
Headphone output
Subwoofer output
Features
Voice control
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS (other)
User manual
Manual
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
Weight, kg/pounds
Other
Release year
Soundbars SoundStrokes Art comparison rating
- 7.6Sony HT-A3000
- 5.8Samsung Q60B
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