Jan 24, 2020
Read MoreSamsung HW-Q60R vs Yamaha YAS-209 review
Samsung HW-Q60R review
Comparing these two sides in terms of audio features we have an obvious leader. Samsung has 5.1 channels and 360W of power vs 2.0 channels and 100W from Yamaha. Samsung HW-Q60R can transmit the highest quality signal through its HDMI input. It is a pity that he has only one such port. Alternatively, you can use the analog input to connect older devices. You can play music stored on USB media through the Micro USB port. Via the HDMI ARC port, this soundbar supports the most common Dolby Digital and DTS soundbar formats. Enjoy 5.1 surround sound from any content encoded in these formats, such as Blu-ray discs or streaming media. 
Yamaha YAS-209 review
The Yamaha YAS-209 supports PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS audio tracks up to 5.1 channels. Dolby Atmos or DTS:X object sound audio formats are not supported. Instead, the panel uses DTS Virtual:X processing to add pitch to the input signal. This function is activated using the “3D Surround” button on the remote control. The dimensions of the Yamaha 209 soundbar allow you to neatly place it in front of most TVs without blocking the signals from the remote control. 
Samsung HW-Q60R pros & cons
Pros
- Setup is very simple. If you know where you’re going to put these speakers, it’ll take you less than 10 minutes
- The overall built quality is all premium. A metal finish to the edges and rear while still keeping it simple (not flashy), makes this a valuable accessory for your television
Cons
- The sound bar is very heavy. You’ll need some support if you want to wall mount it
- Only two HDMI inputs. Basically your TV and a gaming console
Yamaha YAS-209 pros & cons
Pros
- Including downloading the related app and making an account, total set up was maybe 5 minutes max
- This sound bar is made to disappear into your home
Cons
- It can’t pull off multiroom audio through Alexa
Samsung HW-Q60R vs Yamaha YAS-209
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Product
Samsung HW-Q60R
Yamaha YAS-209
Model
HW-Q60R
YAS-209
Brand
Samsung
Yamaha
Reviews
1662
769
General
Placement type
table-top, wall-mountable
table-top, wall-mountable
Connection to source
wired, wireless
wired, wireless
Soundbar buttons
power, volume down, volume up, source
power, source, demo, volume down, volume up, microphone mute
Audio features
Built-in channels
5.1
2.1
Amplification type
active
active
Output power, W
360 (overall)
200 (overall)
Separate speaker (in package)
0
0
Separate speaker connections
wireless
wireless
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connections
wireless
wireless
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
has not
Pandora, SoundCloud
Connectivity
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
0
1
NFC
HDMI input/output
1/1
1/1
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output
1/0
1/0
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Coaxial digital input/output
0/0
0/0
Analog audio input/output (RCA)
0/0
0/0
Headphone output
0
0
Subwoofer output
0
1
Features
Voice control
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II
DTS:X
DTS (other)
DTS Digital Surround
DTS Digital Surround
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
110 x 5.8 x 9.9/43.3 x 2.3 x 3.9
93x6.2x10.9/38.6x2.5x4.2
Weight, kg/pounds
3.5/7.9
2.7/6
Other
Release year
2019
2019
Soundbars CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 5Samsung HW-Q60R
- 8.2Yamaha YAS-209
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