Samsung HW-Q900T vs Sony HT-A7000 review

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The present review is aimed to compare two soundbars - Samsung HW-Q900T vs Sony HT-A7000 that are meant to satisfy the needs of cinema and music lovers. Based on our rating, HW-Q900T has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 8 for HT-A7000.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. Soundbars have the same number of channels on 7.1.2. The output power is different and equal to 406 (overall) W for the HW-Q900T versus 500 (overall) W for the HT-A7000. Only the Sony HT-A7000 has a built-in subwoofer. The Samsung HW-Q900T got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the Sony HT-A7000 9 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. Each soundbar has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. 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-A7000 10 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung HW-Q900T over Sony HT-A7000

Advantages Sony HT-A7000 over Samsung HW-Q900T