Sony HT-S40R vs Samsung Q600C review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Sony HT-S40R vs Samsung Q600C comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HT-S40R has a total rating of 5.2 out of 10 versus 5.6 for Q600C.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Sony HT-S40R has 5.1 versus 3.1.2 for the Samsung Q600C. The output power is different and equal to 600 (overall) W for the HT-S40R versus 360 (overall) W for the Q600C. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The HT-S40R has a wired connection to separate subwoofer, and the Q600C - wireless. Both models received our 7 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.

Connectivity

Both models do not have WI-FI support. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Sony HT-S40R has 0/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Samsung Q600C. 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

Only the Q600C has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q600C. For multichannel surround Sony HT-S40R got a rating of 8, and Samsung Q600C 10 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung Q600C over Sony HT-S40R