Samsung HW-Q900T vs Sony HT-A5000 review

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It makes sense comparing Samsung HW-Q900T vs Sony HT-A5000 because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, HW-Q900T has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 7.8 for HT-A5000.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung HW-Q900T has 7.1.2 versus 5.1.2 for the Sony HT-A5000. The output power is different and equal to 406 (overall) W for the HW-Q900T versus 450 (overall) W for the HT-A5000. Only the Sony HT-A5000 has a built-in subwoofer. Both models received our 8 rating of 10 for their 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-Q900T has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Sony HT-A5000. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HW-Q900T received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively. App control is available for the HW-Q900T. A built-in microphone is present only on the HW-Q900T. Multi-room is only available for the Samsung HW-Q900T.

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 Samsung HW-Q900T got a rating of 9, and Sony HT-A5000 10 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung HW-Q900T over Sony HT-A5000

Advantages Sony HT-A5000 over Samsung HW-Q900T