Samsung HW-T400
Score: 70/100
Yamaha SR-B30A Black
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Yamaha SR-B30A is a compact 2.1 soundbar that integrates dual built-in subwoofers and virtual Dolby Atmos for immersive audio in small spaces. Its trade-off is limited power and the absence of Wi-Fi or voice-assistant features. Best suited for small living rooms or bedrooms where a single-unit solution with built-in bass is desired.
The Samsung HW-B450 is a budget-friendly 2.1-channel soundbar that offers clear dialogue and wireless subwoofer convenience. Its trade-offs include weak bass, missing HDMI/eARC, and limited smart features. Best suited for small apartments or secondary TV rooms where cost and simplicity matter.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2.1best | 2.1best | |
140 Wbest | 120 W | |
— | 7.62 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 2 kgbest | 3.9 kg |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
— | 4best | |
48 cm | 91.2 cmbest | |
50 cmbest | 6.68 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(3) | ||
Total Power Output (W) | 140 W | 120 W |
Supported Audio Formats | WAV, MP3, WMA, OGG, FLAC, AAC, AIFF | PCM (2ch-7.1 up to 24-bit/96kHz), Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos |
Wireless Subwoofer | true | false |
Design(4) | ||
Soundbar Weight (kg) | 2.0 kg | 3.90 kg |
Soundbar Width (cm) | 48.0 cm | 91.2 cm |
Soundbar Height (cm) | 50.0 cm | 6.68 cm |
Soundbar Depth (cm) | 10.0 cm | 13.34 cm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers consider the HW-B450 a solid, budget-friendly option that delivers clear dialogue and decent virtual surround for casual viewing, but they note its shallow bass, lack of HDMI/eARC, and basic construction make it less suitable for serious home-theater enthusiasts.
Everyday users appreciate the clear sound improvement, easy wireless subwoofer placement, and compact footprint, while common complaints focus on weak bass, missing HDMI input, unreliable app control, and occasional dimension mismatches.
No full professional reviews were found in the sources; manufacturer and retailer descriptions highlight surprisingly spacious and clear sound, rich bass for small rooms, and convenient all‑in‑one design, but lack independent editorial evaluation.
Everyday users appear to appreciate the ease of setup, compact bass performance, and dialogue clarity, while recurring concerns revolve around limited power for larger spaces and the absence of Wi-Fi or voice-assistant features.
“Great value for clearer sound and bass over TV alone”
“Wireless sub is easy to place”
“Bass is weak without tweaks”
