Samsung HW-S61D
Score: 79/100Samsung HW-B630F
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Samsung HW-S61D is a compact all-in-one 5.0-channel soundbar that provides built-in Alexa, Wi-Fi, and auto-calibration while delivering virtual Dolby Atmos without a separate subwoofer. Its limitations include weaker bass due to the lack of a dedicated subwoofer and reliance on virtual height processing. It best serves Samsung TV owners who want a slim, feature-rich bar without extra speakers.
The Samsung HW-B630F is a 3.1-channel soundbar with a wireless subwoofer that delivers solid bass and a variety of sound modes for movies, music, and gaming. It falls short of premium features like Dolby Atmos, Wi-Fi, and newer Bluetooth standards. It is best for budget-conscious users who want clear dialogue and decent bass without needing high-end surround capabilities.
| Attribute | | Samsung HW-B630F |
|---|---|---|
5best | 3.1 | |
200 Wbest | 72 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.7 kg | 2.2 kgbest |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
— | 6best | |
67 cm | 86 cmbest | |
6.2 cmbest | 5.94 cm | |
10.5 cmbest | 7.5 cm |
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| Attribute | | Samsung HW-B630F |
|---|---|---|
Audio(5) | ||
Audio Channels | 5.0 | 3.1 |
Total Power Output (W) | 200 W | 72 W |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X | Dolby Digital (5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch), DTS Virtual:X, MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, AIFF |
Dolby Atmos Support | true | false |
Wireless Subwoofer | false | true |
General(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 2.7 kg | 2.2 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 67.0 cm | 86.0 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 6.2 cm | 5.94 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 10.5 cm | 7.5 cm |
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Professional reviewers highlight the Samsung HW-S61D's combination of a compact all-in-one 5.0-channel soundbar featuring built-in woofers, a center speaker, and virtual Dolby Atmos/DTS Virtual:X for immersive audio, optimized for small to medium spaces and Samsung TV integration.
Everyday users consistently commend the soundbar's impressive Atmos immersion, deep bass, and minimalist design, noting that setup is generally easy. The most common complaints revolve around the need for precise wall-mounting and the absence of native voice-assistant support.
Professional reviewers consider the HW-B630F a solid mid-range upgrade, praising its dedicated center channel for crystal-clear dialogue, strong bass from the wireless subwoofer, and DTS Virtual:X virtual surround that adds depth without extra speakers. They also note the ease of integration with Samsung TVs via One Remote and HDMI ARC, while calling out the missing Dolby Atmos, eARC, Wi-Fi and Q-Symphony as drawbacks for premium setups.
Everyday users consistently highlight the deep bass, clear dialogue and straightforward Bluetooth music streaming as the biggest strengths. Common complaints revolve around the absence of full surround or Dolby Atmos, the lack of an eARC port, the soundbar's relatively large footprint, and the need to purchase rear speakers separately.
“no problem hearing dialog on my 55-inch TV”
“blast music from phone easily”
