The Samsung HW-N950 vs Bose Soundbar 700 built-in channel comparison shows that the HW-N950 solutions are for people want to get the full enveloping sound – compare its 7.1.4 channels with 3.0 (5.1 supported) that the Bose Soundbar has. Nevertheless, both models do not include an integrated subwoofer, but the Samsung model is provided with a separate one, while you need to get an extra solution if you buy the Bose Soundbar. The HW-N950 supports only the wireless connection for subwoofers, while the Bose Soundbar allows you connecting a subwoofer wirelessly or using a cable.
The Bose Soundbar 700 vs Samsung HW-N950 streaming services comparison demonstrates that these models are quite close – they support Amazon Music, AirPlay, Google Play Music, Spotify, and some other services. These solutions support the Alexa, and the HW-N950 also has the Multi-room feature, while the Bose Soundbar does not.
Both models support the modern wireless protocols – Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Moreover, the Samsung model has a USB port, but the Bose model has a subwoofer output. The HW-950 solution supports DTS:X and Dolby Atmos, while the Bose model does not.
These two solutions look very elegant, they are built extremely well. They have a special grill that covers the speakers. You can easily access all the ports and the buttons you need. The Bose solution features a nice black polished upper panel and this model comes with a very handy universal remote. Samsung has the main buttons – volume up and down, input, power, while the Bose Soundbar features action and microphone buttons. Both models can be placed on a table or wall-mounted. These solutions are extremely easy to install and use. The Bose Soundbar dimensions are 5.6x97.8x10.6 versus the 3.2x48.2x5.3 in HW-N950.
Specification | Bose Soundbar 700 | Samsung HW-N950 |
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General | ||
Placement Type | table-top, wall-mountable | table-top, wall-mountable |
Soundbar Buttons | action button, microphone button | power, input, volume down, volume up |
Connection To Source | wired, wireless | wired, wireless |
Subwoofer | ||
Built-in Subwoofer | ||
Separate Subwoofer Connections | wired, wireless | wireless |
Separate Subwoofer (in Package) | 1 | |
Connectivity | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Analog Audio Input/output (rca) | ||
Coaxial Digital Input/output | ||
Usb | 1 | |
Optical Digital Input/output | 1 | 1 |
Hdmi Arc | 1 | 1 |
Hdmi Input/output | 1/0 | 2/0 |
Ethernet (rj45) | ||
Subwoofer Output | 1 | - |
Bluetooth | ||
Headphone Output | ||
Multichannel Surround | ||
Dolby Atmos | ||
Dts:x | ||
Audio Features | ||
Separate Speaker Connections | wireless | wireless |
Separate Speaker (in Package) | 2 | |
Supported Channel Quantity | 5.1 | 7.1.4 |
Built-in Channels | 3.0 | 7.1.4 |
Amplification Type | active | active |
Streaming Services | ||
Other Streaming Services | Tuneln, Deezer | Chromecast, Pandora, Tuneln, Deezer |
Spotify | ||
Amazon Music | ||
Google Play Music | ||
Apple Music (airplay) | ||
Features | ||
Multi-room | ||
Remote Control | ||
Microphone | ||
App Control | ||
Voice Control | Alexa | Alexa |
Dimensions | ||
Weight, Kg/pounds | 4.5/10.5 | 8.8/19.4 |
Size (h X W X D), Cm/in | 2.2 x 38.5 x 4.2/5.6 x 97.8 x 10.6 | 8.1 x 122.4 x 13.4/3.2 x 48.2 x 5.3 |
User Manual | ||
Manual | soundbar-700.pdf | hw-n950.pdf |