Samsung S800B vs Denon DHT-S217 review
Samsung S800B vs Denon DHT-S217 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, S800B has a total rating of 8.6 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 S800B has 3.1.2 versus 2.1 for the Denon DHT-S217. The output power is different and equal to 330 (overall) W for the S800B versus 40 (overall) W for the DHT-S217. Only the Denon DHT-S217 has a built-in subwoofer. The S800B has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the DHT-S217 - wired. The Samsung S800B got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Denon DHT-S217 4 for its audio features and specs.
Streaming services
Spotify support is available on the S800B.
Connectivity
Only the Samsung S800B can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung S800B has 0/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Denon DHT-S217. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. For connectivity, each of the soundbars received a rating of 7/10.
Features
App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present only on the S800B. 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 S800B. For multichannel surround Samsung S800B got a rating of 10, and Denon DHT-S217 5 out of 10.
Advantages Samsung S800B over Denon DHT-S217
- Separate subwoofer in package
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify support
- WI-FI enabled
- Microphone
- Compatible with DTS:X
Advantages Denon DHT-S217 over Samsung S800B
- Built-in subwoofer