VIZIO SB46514-F6 vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so VIZIO SB46514-F6 vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SB46514-F6 has a total rating of 7.6 out of 10 versus 6.6 for Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the VIZIO SB46514-F6 has 5.1.4 versus 9.2.4 for the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The VIZIO SB46514-F6 got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC 10 for its audio features and specs. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.

Connectivity

Only the VIZIO SB46514-F6 can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The VIZIO SB46514-F6 has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 3/1 of the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SB46514-F6 received a rating of 8/10 versus 9/10, respectively. App control is available for the SB46514-F6. A built-in microphone is present only on the SB46514-F6. Multi-room is only available for the VIZIO SB46514-F6.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. For multichannel surround VIZIO SB46514-F6 got a rating of 7, and Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC 10 out of 10.

Advantages VIZIO SB46514-F6 over Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC

Advantages Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC over VIZIO SB46514-F6