Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 vs Samsung Q800B review

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It makes sense comparing Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 vs Samsung Q800B because they both are able to give some premium features. Based on our rating, Shockwafe Elite 7.2 has a total rating of 8 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 has 7.2.4 versus 5.1.2 for the Samsung Q800B. The output power is different and equal to 800 (overall) W for the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 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 got our rating of 9 out of 10, and the Samsung Q800B 8 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

Only the Samsung Q800B can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 has 3/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Samsung Q800B. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 received a rating of 8/10 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