The Samsung HW-S40T vs Samsung Q700C comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Samsung HW-S40T was rated 5, while the Samsung Q700C has a rating 7.4.
Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that HW-S40T has 2.0 and Q700C has 3.1.2. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 100 versus 320 (overall) according to devices. A built-in subwoofer is available only in the Samsung HW-S40T. Rate 6 out of 10 received the Samsung HW-S40T for audio features and specs, but the Samsung Q700C received 8 out of 10.
The Q700C can play audio from Spotify.
Wireless Internet connection is realized only in the Q700C. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. There are 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Samsung HW-S40T versus 1/1 HDMIs in the Samsung Q700C. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) is implemented only in the Q700C. Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the HW-S40T at 6 out of 10, while the Q700C was rated 10/10.
Each of the soundbars can be controlled using the application. The Samsung Q700C equipped with a microphone. The models under consideration cannot become part of a multiroom system.
Dolby Atmos audio decoder is onboard the Q700C. The Q700C can work with surround sound due to DTS:X support. The HW-S40T was rated 5/10, while the Q700C received a mark of 10/10 for multichannel surround.