The Samsung HW-QS700F is a 3.1.2-channel soundbar from Samsung, listed at $698. It ships with a wireless subwoofer, so the price covers the bass as well as the bar.
Samsung HW-QS700F Pros and Cons
Drawn from the published figures on this page, not from listening.
- ✓Dedicated height channels (3.1.2) for Dolby Atmos, not only virtual processing
- ✓A dedicated centre channel for dialogue
- ✓Subwoofer included in the box
- ✓Can grow into true surround with optional rear speakers
- ✓HDMI eARC carries lossless Dolby TrueHD and Atmos from the TV
- ✓HDMI input with 4K pass-through - a spare port for a console or player
- ✓Wi-Fi streaming with AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect
- ✓Dialogue enhancement
- ✓Learns your TV remote
- ✓Voice assistant built in (Alexa)
- ✗No DTS:X, so DTS soundtracks play without their height layer
Channels and Surround Sound
The 3.1.2 badge means 3 ear-level channels (left, centre and right), 1 subwoofer channel, 2 height channels firing at the ceiling. It decodes Dolby Atmos. Virtual surround: Surround.
Subwoofer, Rear Speakers and Mounting
A wireless subwoofer is included, measuring 9.81 x 9.94 x 10.44 in (W x H x D). Rear surround speakers are optional, so it can become a true surround system later. Wall-mountable: Yes (bracket included).
Connections
The Samsung HW-QS700F has HDMI eARC to the TV - the connection that carries lossless Dolby TrueHD and Atmos from the TV's own apps and inputs; 1 HDMI input with 4K video pass-through (HDMI 2.1); optical digital input.
Streaming, Control and Sound Modes
Wi-Fi (2.4, 5.0 GHZ), with AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Amazon Music, Pandora, SiriusXM, TuneIn, YouTube Music; Bluetooth; voice control: Alexa built-in, Google Assistant optional; app control (Apple iOS, Android); a remote in the box. Sound features: dialogue enhancement, learns the TV remote.
Size and Which TV It Suits
The bar measures 45.69 x 2 x 4.75 in (W x H x D), or 1161 x 51 x 121 mm, and weighs 9.7 lbs. It is no wider than the screen of a 55-inch TV (47.9 in wide) or larger, which is where a soundbar looks in proportion. At 2 in tall it should clear the bottom of most TVs sitting on their own feet.
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Samsung HW-QS700F Specifications
| Sound |
|---|
| Channels | 3.1.2 |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| DTS:X | No |
| Drivers | Tweeters: Dome (3); Woofers: Cones (5); Subwoofer: 6.5" Cone; Enclosure: Sealed(Bar),Radiator(Sub) |
| Subwoofer | Included |
| Rear speakers | Optional |
| Virtual surround | Surround |
| Dialogue enhancement | Yes |
| Night mode | No |
| Connections |
|---|
| HDMI to TV | eARC |
| HDMI inputs | 1 |
| Video pass-through | 4K |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Optical inputs | Yes |
| Analogue input | No |
| USB | No |
| Subwoofer output | Wireless |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| Streaming and Control |
|---|
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Streaming | AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL, Amazon Music, Pandora, SiriusXM, TuneIn, YouTube Music |
| Voice control | Alexa built-in, Google Assistant optional |
| App | Apple iOS, Android |
| Remote included | Yes |
| Learns TV remote | Yes |
| Physical |
|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 45.69 x 2 x 4.75 in / 1161 x 51 x 121 mm |
| Weight | 9.7 lbs / 4.4 kg |
| Subwoofer size | 9.81 x 9.94 x 10.44 in (W x H x D), 10.6 lbs |
| Wall mounting | Yes (bracket included) |
| Warranty | 1 Year parts, 1 Year labour |
| List price | $698 |
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