Vizio V21-H8 vs Samsung Q60C review

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The present review is aimed to compare two soundbars - Vizio V21-H8 vs Samsung Q60C that are meant to satisfy the needs of cinema and music lovers. Based on our rating, V21-H8 has a total rating of 5.5 out of 10 versus 5.8 for Q60C.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Vizio V21-H8 has 2.1 versus 3.1 for the Samsung Q60C. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The V21-H8 has a wired and wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the Q60C - wireless. The Vizio V21-H8 got our rating of 6 out of 10, and the Samsung Q60C 8 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.

Connectivity

Both models do not have WI-FI support. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Vizio V21-H8 has 0/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the Samsung Q60C. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the V21-H8 received a rating of 6/10 versus 7/10, respectively. App control is available for the V21-H8. A built-in microphone is present only on the V21-H8. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the Q60C has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Q60C. For multichannel surround Vizio V21-H8 got a rating of 5, and Samsung Q60C 10 out of 10.

Advantages Vizio V21-H8 over Samsung Q60C

Advantages Samsung Q60C over Vizio V21-H8