Samsung HW-LST70T vs Klipsch Cinema 800 review

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The Samsung HW-LST70T vs Klipsch Cinema 800 comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Samsung HW-LST70T was rated 6.4, while the Klipsch Cinema 800 has a rating 8.2.

Audio features

Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that HW-LST70T has 3.0 and Cinema 800 has 3.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 210 (overall) versus 800 (overall) according to devices. A built-in subwoofer is available only in the Samsung HW-LST70T. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Audio features and specs of considered models we rated 6 out of 10 in our ranking.

Streaming services

Each of the competitors can play content from Spotify.

Connectivity

Both models have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. There are 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Samsung HW-LST70T versus 2/1 HDMIs in the Klipsch Cinema 800. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) is implemented only in the Cinema 800. Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the HW-LST70T at 6 out of 10, while the Cinema 800 was rated 8/10. Each of the soundbars can be controlled using the application. The soundbars in this review are equipped with a microphone. The Samsung HW-LST70T may become part of a multiroom system.

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos audio decoder is onboard the Cinema 800. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The HW-LST70T was rated 5/10, while the Cinema 800 received a mark of 8/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages Samsung HW-LST70T over Klipsch Cinema 800

Advantages Klipsch Cinema 800 over Samsung HW-LST70T