Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC vs Samsung Q800B review

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It makes sense comparing Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC vs Samsung Q800B because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has a total rating of 6 out of 10 versus 9.2 for Q800B.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has 7.2.4 versus 5.1.2 for the Samsung Q800B. The output power is different and equal to 1000 (overall) W for the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC versus 360 (overall) W for the Q800B. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC got our rating of 9 out of 10, and the Samsung Q800B 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the Q800B.

Connectivity

Only the Samsung Q800B can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. Each soundbar has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC received a rating of 7/10 versus 9/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the Q800B. A built-in microphone is present only on the Q800B. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review. For multichannel surround, each of the opponents received 10 points out of 10.

Advantages Samsung Q800B over Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC