Sony HT-X8500 vs Samsung Q910B review

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The Sony HT-X8500 vs Samsung Q910B comparison proves that these soundbars have many common features. Based on our rating, HT-X8500 has a total rating of 6 out of 10 versus 9.4 for Q910B.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Sony HT-X8500 has 2.1 versus 9.1.2 for the Samsung Q910B. Only the Sony HT-X8500 has a built-in subwoofer. The Sony HT-X8500 got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the Samsung Q910B 9 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the Q910B.

Connectivity

Only the Samsung Q910B can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Each soundbar has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HT-X8500 received a rating of 8/10 versus 9/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the Q910B. A built-in microphone is present only on the Q910B. 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-X8500 over Samsung Q910B

Advantages Samsung Q910B over Sony HT-X8500