An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Samsung HW-Q900T vs Yamaha YSP-5600 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, HW-Q900T has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 8,4 for YSP-5600. The competitors' control buttons are different: volume down, volume up, power, source and input, volume down, volume up, power, respectively.
Both soundbars have active amplification type. Soundbars have the same number of channels on 7.1.2. The output power is different and equal to 406 (overall) W for the HW-Q900T versus 128 (overall) W for the YSP-5600. Only the Yamaha YSP-5600 has a built-in subwoofer. The Samsung HW-Q900T got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the Yamaha YSP-5600 7 for its audio features and specs. Spotify is available on each of the soundbars.
These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Samsung HW-Q900T has 2/1 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, the HW-Q900T received a rating of 8/10 versus 9/10, respectively. App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is available to every soundbar.
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-Q900T got a rating of 9, and Yamaha YSP-5600 8 out of 10.