Sony HT-A7000 vs Samsung Q800B review

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It makes sense comparing Sony HT-A7000 vs Samsung Q800B because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, HT-A7000 has a total rating of 8 out of 10 versus 9.2 for Q800B.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Sony HT-A7000 has 7.1.2 versus 5.1.2 for the Samsung Q800B. The output power is different and equal to 500 (overall) W for the HT-A7000 versus 360 (overall) W for the Q800B. Only the Sony HT-A7000 has a built-in subwoofer. The Sony HT-A7000 got our rating of 9 out of 10, and the Samsung Q800B 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Sony HT-A7000 has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Samsung Q800B. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HT-A7000 received a rating of 7/10 versus 9/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the Q800B. A built-in microphone is present only on the Q800B. 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-A7000 over Samsung Q800B

Advantages Samsung Q800B over Sony HT-A7000