Samsung HW-S40T vs Sony HT-S400 review
Samsung HW-S40T vs Sony HT-S400 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HW-S40T has a total rating of 5 out of 10 versus 4.4 for HT-S400.
Audio features
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung HW-S40T has 2.0 versus 2.1 for the Sony HT-S400. The output power is different and equal to 100 W for the HW-S40T versus 330 (overall) W for the HT-S400. Only the Samsung HW-S40T has a built-in subwoofer. Both models received our 6 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.
Streaming services
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.
Connectivity
Both models do not have WI-FI support. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung HW-S40T has 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Sony HT-S400. Only the HT-S400 supports HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the HW-S40T received a rating of 6/10 versus 7/10, respectively.
Features
App control is available for the HW-S40T. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Multichannel surround
None of soundbars equipped with Dolby Atmos multichannel audio decoder. The soundbars do not support the surround sound technology DTS:X. For multichannel surround, each of the opponents received 5 points out of 10.
Advantages Samsung HW-S40T over Sony HT-S400
- Built-in subwoofer
- App control
Advantages Sony HT-S400 over Samsung HW-S40T
- Separate subwoofer in package
- Audio return channel (HDMI ARC) support