Samsung S800B vs Samsung HW-A650 review
Samsung S800B vs Samsung HW-A650 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, S800B has a total rating of 8.6 out of 10 versus 5 for HW-A650.
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 3.1 for the Samsung HW-A650. The output power is different and equal to 330 (overall) W for the S800B versus 430 (overall) W for the HW-A650. 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.
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 Samsung HW-A650. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. For connectivity, the S800B received a rating of 7/10 versus 8/10, respectively.
Features
App control is available for the S800B. A built-in microphone is present only on the S800B. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Multichannel surround
Only the S800B has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the S800B. For multichannel surround Samsung S800B got a rating of 10, and Samsung HW-A650 6 out of 10.
Advantages Samsung S800B over Samsung HW-A650
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify support
- WI-FI enabled
- App control
- Microphone
- Compatible with Dolby Atmos
- Compatible with DTS:X