I had a chance to test and compare two models: Samsung HW-LST70T vs Samsung Q700B and this review should help people who are looking for a good soundbar. The Samsung HW-LST70T was rated 6.4, while the Samsung Q700B has a rating 5.8.
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 Q700B has 3.1.2. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 210 (overall) versus 320 (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. Rate 6 out of 10 received the Samsung HW-LST70T for audio features and specs, but the Samsung Q700B received 7 out of 10.
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. The HW-LST70T can play audio from Spotify.
Wireless Internet connection is realized only in the HW-LST70T. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. There are 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Samsung HW-LST70T versus 1/1 HDMIs in the Samsung Q700B. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) is implemented only in the Q700B. Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the HW-LST70T at 6 out of 10, while the Q700B was rated 8/10. The manufacturer of the HW-LST70T provides a device control application. The Samsung HW-LST70T equipped with a microphone. The Samsung HW-LST70T may become part of a multiroom system.
Dolby Atmos audio decoder is onboard the Q700B. The Q700B can work with surround sound due to DTS:X support. The HW-LST70T was rated 5/10, while the Q700B received a mark of 10/10 for multichannel surround.