An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 vs Samsung Q600C comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, MusicCast BAR 400 has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 5.6 for Q600C.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 has 5.1 versus 3.1.2 for the Samsung Q600C. The output power is different and equal to 200 (overall) W for the MusicCast BAR 400 versus 360 (overall) W for the Q600C. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 7 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs. Spotify support is available on the MusicCast BAR 400.
Only the Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Each soundbar has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the MusicCast BAR 400 received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively. Compared soundbars have no app control. A built-in microphone is present only on the MusicCast BAR 400. Multi-room is only available for the Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400.
Only the Q600C has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q600C. For multichannel surround Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 got a rating of 6, and Samsung Q600C 10 out of 10.