Samsung HW-Q800T vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Samsung HW-Q800T vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HW-Q800T has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React. The competitors' control buttons are different: multi function, volume down, volume up, microphone and power, source, volume down, volume up, respectively.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung HW-Q800T has 3.1.2 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 330 (overall) W for the HW-Q800T versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The HW-Q800T has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The Samsung HW-Q800T got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung HW-Q800T has 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Polk Audio React. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HW-Q800T received a rating of 9/10 versus 5/10, respectively. App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is only available for the Samsung HW-Q800T.

Multichannel surround

Only the HW-Q800T has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the HW-Q800T. For multichannel surround Samsung HW-Q800T got a rating of 10, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung HW-Q800T over Polk Audio React

Advantages Polk Audio React over Samsung HW-Q800T