Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has a total rating of 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 Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has 7.2.4 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 1000 (overall) W for the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC got our rating of 9 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the React.

Connectivity

Only the Polk Audio React can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Polk Audio React. 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 5/10, respectively.

Features

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

Multichannel surround

Only the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC. For multichannel surround Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC got a rating of 10, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.

Advantages Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC over Polk Audio React

Advantages Polk Audio React over Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC