Samsung Q800B vs JBL BAR 1300X review
The Samsung Q800B vs JBL BAR 1300X comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Samsung Q800B was rated 9.2, while the JBL BAR 1300X has a rating 9.4.
Audio features
Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that Q800B has 5.1.2 and BAR 1300X has 11.1.4. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 360 (overall) versus 1170 (overall) according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Rate 8 out of 10 received the Samsung Q800B for audio features and specs, but the JBL BAR 1300X received 10 out of 10.
Streaming services
Each of the competitors can play content from Spotify. Audio streaming from Pandora, SoundCloud is in each of the presented soundbars.
Connectivity
Both models have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. There are 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Samsung Q800B versus 3/1 HDMIs in the JBL BAR 1300X. As in the Q800B, so in the BAR 1300X there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the Q800B at 9 out of 10, while the BAR 1300X was rated 10/10.
Features
Each of the soundbars can be controlled using the application. The soundbars in this review are equipped with a microphone. The models under consideration cannot become part of a multiroom system.
Multichannel surround
Manufacturers equipped both units with Dolby Atmos audio decoder. Units from this comparison can process surround sound due to DTS:X support. The Q800B was rated 10/10, while the BAR 1300X received a mark of 8/10 for multichannel surround.