Samsung HW-Q800T vs Yamaha YSP-5600 review

vs

An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Samsung HW-Q800T vs Yamaha YSP-5600 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HW-Q800T has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 8,4 for YSP-5600. The competitors' control buttons are different: multi function, volume down, volume up, microphone and input, volume down, volume up, power, respectively.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Samsung HW-Q800T has 3.1.2 versus 7.1.2 for the Yamaha YSP-5600. The output power is different and equal to 330 (overall) W for the HW-Q800T versus 128 (overall) W for the YSP-5600. Only the Yamaha YSP-5600 has a built-in subwoofer. Both models received our 7 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs. Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung HW-Q800T has 1/0 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 4/1 of the Yamaha YSP-5600. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, each of the soundbars received a rating of 9/10. App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is available to every soundbar.

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 Samsung HW-Q800T got a rating of 10, and Yamaha YSP-5600 8 out of 10.

Advantages Samsung HW-Q800T over Yamaha YSP-5600

Advantages Yamaha YSP-5600 over Samsung HW-Q800T