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Samsung HW-M450 Soundbar
Samsung HW-M450
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Sony HT-RT3 Soundbar
Sony HT-RT3
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Sony HT-RT4 Soundbar
Sony HT-RT4
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3 editorial reviews
We test the Samsung HW-M450 by playing a whole bunch of music and movies on it, so you know if it's worth spending on this soundbar to accompany your TV.Read more
An included wireless subwoofer and ability to add wireless surround speakers tops the list of features you'll find in this entry-level soundbar.Read more
The Samsung N450 is a decent soundbar for music and vocal-centric content like podcasts and audiobooks, but it won’t be the best for movies. This 2.1 setup has a...Read more
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3 editorial reviews
Can this hybrid home cinema system justify the premium price tag?Read more
The best Sony soundbar that we've tested is the Sony HT-A7000 with Speakers + Bass Module. This 7.1.2 setup offers a versatile performance with support for surround sound content, like Dolby Digital, as well as object-based formats like Dolby Atmos that are often found on streaming services.Read more
Read the in depth Review of Sony HT-S40R Audio Video. Know detailed info about Sony HT-S40R configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.Read more
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2 editorial reviews
Can this hybrid home cinema system justify the premium price tag?Read more
The best Sony soundbar that we've tested is the Sony HT-A7000 with Speakers + Bass Module. This 7.1.2 setup offers a versatile performance with support for surround sound content, like Dolby Digital, as well as object-based formats like Dolby Atmos that are often found on streaming services.Read more
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User rating
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4.0 out of 5
56 user ratings
5 stars
37 %
4 stars
35 %
3 stars
16 %
2 stars
8 %
1 stars
1 %
221
3.7 out of 5
221 user ratings
5 stars
37 %
4 stars
21 %
3 stars
20 %
2 stars
13 %
1 stars
7 %
131
3.9 out of 5
131 user ratings
5 stars
45 %
4 stars
22 %
3 stars
14 %
2 stars
12 %
1 stars
5 %

General

Audio output channels2.15.15.1
Connectivity technologyWireless
N/A
Wired & Wireless

Connectivity

AUX inyes
N/A
N/A
Audio (L/R) in1
N/A
N/A
Digital optical input (S/PDIF)111
HDMIyesyesyes
HDMI version1.41.4
N/A
HDMI ports quantity2
N/A
1
Number of HDMI inputs10
N/A
Number of HDMI outputs111
Subwoofer connectivityWireless
N/A
N/A
USByesyesyes
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
N/A
1
USB direct playbackyes
N/A
N/A
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)noyesno
NFCnoyesyes
Ethernet connectionyesnono
Bluetoothyesyesyes
Bluetooth version2.1+EDR4.24.2
Audio Return Channel (ARC)yes
N/A
N/A
Analogue 3.5mm input
N/A
11
Analogue 5.1/6.1/7.1 inputs
N/A
no
N/A
Analogue RCA stereo inputs
N/A
0
N/A
Analogue RCA stereo outputs
N/A
0
N/A
Component input (YPbPr/YCbCr)
N/A
0
N/A
Component output (YPbPr/YCbCr)
N/A
0
N/A
Composite input
N/A
0
N/A
Composite output
N/A
0
N/A
Digital coaxial input (S/PDIF)
N/A
0
N/A
Digital coaxial output (S/PDIF)
N/A
0
N/A
Digital optical output (S/PDIF)
N/A
1
N/A
Pre-output (subwoofer)
N/A
no
N/A
S-video input
N/A
0
N/A
S-video output
N/A
0
N/A
SCART out
N/A
no
N/A
Bluetooth profile
N/A
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP
  • A2DP
  • AVRCP

Decoders

Audio format
  • DTS
  • Dolby Digital
  • Dolby Digital
  • Dolby Dual Mono
  • Dolby Digital
  • Dolby Dual Mono
Supported audio files
  • AAC
  • FLAC
  • MP3
  • OGG
  • WAV
  • WMA
  • LPCM
  • PCM
  • DTS
  • LPCM
  • PCM

Audio features

Frequency range40 - 2000020 - 20000
N/A
Suitable for subwooferyesyesyes
Wirelessyesnono
Frequency range (max)20000.0 Hz20000.0 Hz
N/A
Frequency range (min)40.0 Hz20.0 Hz
N/A
RMS rated power320.0 W
N/A
N/A
Soundbar speaker RMS power160.0 W
N/A
N/A
Automatic calibration (w/ measurement mic.)
N/A
nono
Power per channel
N/A
35.0 W
N/A
Soundbase
N/A
nono
Number of speaker drivers
N/A
N/A
4

Dimensions

Colour of productBlackBlackBlack
Width35.77 in
N/A
35.43 in
Height2.11 in
N/A
2.05 in
Depth2.78 in
N/A
2.76 in
Weight4.41 lb25.35 lb4.63 lb

Subwoofer

Subwoofer includedyes
N/A
yes
Type of enclosure (sub)
Bass reflex
N/A
N/A
Subwoofer typeActive subwoofer
N/A
Active subwoofer
Subwoofer locationSeparate
N/A
N/A
Subwoofer RMS power160.0 W
N/A
N/A
Bass reflexyes
N/A
N/A
Subwoofer width7.87 in7.48 in7.48 in
Subwoofer depth14.88 in12.4 in12.4 in
Subwoofer height15.43 in15.43 in15.43 in
Subwoofer weight15.87 lb17.2 lb17.2 lb

Design

Colour of productBlackBlackBlack

Features

Radio receivernonono
FM radiono
N/A
N/A
3D support (3D-Ready)yesnono
Handheld remote controlyes
N/A
N/A
Docking Station for mobile/Tablet
N/A
no
N/A
DLNA certified
N/A
no
N/A
Wireless speakers included
N/A
nono
Remote control app for mobile / tablet
N/A
yes
N/A
Separate DVD / Blu-ray player
N/A
nono
Designed for wall mounting
N/A
yes
N/A
Game mode
N/A
N/A
yes
Night mode
N/A
N/A
yes

Power

Power consumption (standby)0.5 W0.5 W0.4 W
Power consumption (typical)27.0 W
N/A
85.0 W
Operational Power Consumption
N/A
< 85
N/A

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