An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Yamaha SR-C20A vs Samsung Q600C comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SR-C20A has a total rating of 3.8 out of 10 versus 5.6 for Q600C.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Yamaha SR-C20A has 2.1 versus 3.1.2 for the Samsung Q600C. The output power is different and equal to 100 (overall) W for the SR-C20A versus 360 (overall) W for the Q600C. Only the Yamaha SR-C20A has a built-in subwoofer. The Yamaha SR-C20A got our rating of 5 out of 10, and the Samsung Q600C 7 for its audio features and specs.
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.
Both models do not have WI-FI support. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Yamaha SR-C20A has 0/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Samsung Q600C. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SR-C20A received a rating of 4/10 versus 7/10, respectively.
Compared soundbars have no app control. None of the models under consideration have a built-in microphone. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.
Only the Q600C has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q600C. For multichannel surround Yamaha SR-C20A got a rating of 6, and Samsung Q600C 10 out of 10.