Samsung S800B vs Polk Audio React review
An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Samsung S800B vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, S800B has a total rating of 8.6 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React.
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 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 330 (overall) W for the S800B versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The S800B has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The Samsung S800B got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.
Streaming services
Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.
Connectivity
These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Each soundbar has 0/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. For connectivity, the S800B received a rating of 7/10 versus 5/10, respectively.
Features
App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. 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 Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.
Advantages Samsung S800B over Polk Audio React
- Separate subwoofer in package
- Compatible with Dolby Atmos
- Compatible with DTS:X
Common
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
General
Placement type
Connection to source
Soundbar buttons
Audio features
Built-in channels
Amplification type
Output power, W
Separate speaker (in package)
Separate speaker connections
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connections
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Connectivity
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
NFC
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output
USB
Coaxial digital input/output
Analog audio input/output (RCA)
Headphone output
Subwoofer output
Features
Voice control
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS (other)
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
Weight, kg/pounds
Other
Release year
Soundbars SoundStrokes Art comparison rating
- 8.6Samsung S800B
- 4.8Polk Audio React
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