Overall the HW-Q700A comes with the typical design and build quality you should expect from a Samsung soundbar in this price range. Nothing that will impress you but will not disappoint you either. We liked that this one includes a full display as the one we saw in the Q950A certainly left us with a bitter taste. Internal Hardware This model also has an impeccable stereo dynamic performance. The soundbar can get pretty loud, making it suitable for rooms that are large and for parties. At max volume, there’s a hint of compression that can be heard in its treble and bass ranges. That being said, it’s not noticeable with real-life content. The SmartThings app also has a voice enhancement feature allowing you to make dialogue sound more clear and crisp. Competition The Q700A delivers truly immersive surround sound with the courtesy of market leading technology through multiple, custom designed, built-in speakers. This alongside an incredible bass boosting subwoofer included in the box means you will be encapsulated with pure and precise directional sound. The HW-Q700A looks like a decent offering with many things we would call as standards in this performance category. It is its actual output quality that will make or break this unit so without further delay let’s start our analysis…

Using the HDMI ARC port, the Samsung HW-Q700A is able to support DTS and Dolby Digital audio formats, found on streaming platforms and Blu-ray discs. Additionally, it also supports DTS:X and Dolby Digital Plus which are premium surround formats. Lastly, it provides you with endless ways to connect wirelessly, via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and Apple AirPlay2, letting you live that wireless life you always wanted! HDMI eARC is the preferred method of connection for this, and it includes a 4K HDR HDMI passthrough port, so you don't lose the use of a port on your TV. You don't need several remotes. Control key soundbar functions like power, volume, and even sound effects with the Samsung TV remote - right from your TV. Hear the precise location of a helicopter landing or feel the sound of rain falling from above and surrounding you. The Q700A combines true Dolby Atmos and DTS:X with our highly awarded market leading technology to take your audio visual experience to a breathtaking new level of realism. The sounds of sport, music and everything else comes alive in the 3D space that surrounds you, placing you in the heart of all the action.

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In terms of control the Q700A seems to be exactly the same as the Q905A which is not all that surprising. The inclusion of WiFi and Bluetooth certainly helps to include all these and add great flexibility to the unit. Extra Features and Services that violates any law, statute, ordinance or regulation (including, but not limited to, those governing export control, consumer protection, unfair competition, anti-discrimination or false advertising); All Samsung soundbars feature the same One Remote and depending on their functions the buttons have additional uses so if you have used any TV or soundbar from Samsung in recent years the remote will feel very familiar. Its overall performance and sound signature makes it ideal for any kind of use either it be movies, gaming, sports or casual viewing and will surely elevate the experience your TV can offer. It comes with enough extras to keep you satisfied while the ability to expand it to a full 5.1.2 channels system will surely be appreciated by many that want the extra surround immersion.

If your TV’s sound is leaving you flat, find the perfect tonic with the Samsung HW-Q700’s immersive sound. Surround activity was missing in action as there are no surround speakers to work with. The front woofers can do so much to push the action towards the viewer but they are not capable at creating an enveloping environment. For that you will need the optional surround kit. The soundbar offers everything we were expecting from Samsung. It is not the most feature complete unit we have tested, and some omissions will certainly hurt its practicality overall, but what is there works very good and will suffice for most users. Initial Setup Again we didn’t sense any exaggerations towards the higher end and all vocals had good energy and enough life into them to make the whole performance worthwhile. The dedicated center channel surely helps in this regard.

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Lastly there is a Bluetooth Auto Power ON/OFF function. The unit will turn on or off automatically depending on the state of its Bluetooth function. When it detects an incoming Bluetooth signal it will power on while if no Bluetooth signal is detected for a period of time it will turn of automatically.