Samsung Q700B vs Denon DHT-S217 review

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Samsung Q700B vs Denon DHT-S217 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, Q700B has a total rating of 5.8 out of 10 versus 4.8 for DHT-S217.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung Q700B has 3.1.2 versus 2.1 for the Denon DHT-S217. The output power is different and equal to 320 (overall) W for the Q700B versus 40 (overall) W for the DHT-S217. Only the Denon DHT-S217 has a built-in subwoofer. The Q700B has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the DHT-S217 - wired. The Samsung Q700B got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Denon DHT-S217 4 for its 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. Each soundbar has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. For connectivity, the Q700B received a rating of 8/10 versus 7/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the DHT-S217. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q700B. For multichannel surround Samsung Q700B got a rating of 10, and Denon DHT-S217 5 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung Q700B over Denon DHT-S217

Advantages Denon DHT-S217 over Samsung Q700B