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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£350
  • Avg. price in US: ~$400
  • Audio output power: 22.00 W
  • Battery life: ?
  • IP rating: IP67
  • Bluetooth version: 4.0
  • Weight: 2700 g

Samsung Radiant360 R5 review. Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

7.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

7.5

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

7.5

Audio

20.0%

7.7

Battery

18.0%

8.2

Durability

16.0%

6.1

Connectivity

8.0%

8.6

Controls

3.0%

6.4

Design

3.0%

7.5

Smart features

Very good
?

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 9.1
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    9.7

    IP rating

    20.0%

    7.2

    Weight

    15.0%

    ?

    Battery life

  • 6.1
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    3.4

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    ?

    Battery life

    15.0%

    7.2

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 8.3
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    3.4

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    7.2

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £350

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The **Samsung Radiant360 R5** (WAM5500) is a table-top wireless home speaker featuring a 1.0-channel configuration equipped with a **5-inch woofer** and a **1-inch dome tweeter**. It delivers **22 watts** of maximum output power and utilizes proprietary **Ring Radiator technology** to project immersive, room-filling **360-degree omnidirectional audio**. Connectivity is robust, integrating **dual-band Wi-Fi** (2.4/5GHz) and **Bluetooth 4.0**, while also supporting high-resolution audio files up to **192kHz/24-bit** (such as FLAC and WAV) and **TV SoundConnect** for compatible Samsung televisions. Main pros include its intuitive top-mounted **OLED touch control panel**, flexible multi-room ecosystem synchronization via the **Samsung Multiroom App 2.0**, and powerful, well-balanced sound with distinct bass that eliminates typical listening sweet spots. However, notable cons include its dependency on **corded electric AC power** (meaning it lacks a built-in battery for true outdoor portability), a complete **loss of stereo separation** inherent to its mono design, and the total **absence of a physical 3.5mm line-in** auxiliary input.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Samsung Radiant360 R5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

?

Audio

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Durability

16.0%

?

Connectivity

8.0%

?

Controls

3.0%

?

Design

3.0%

?

Smart features

7.5
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a technical score of 7.48 points, which is higher than 86.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.5

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

7.8
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.8 points, which is higher than 50.5% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

22.00 W
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an audio output power of 22.00 W which is higher than that of 57.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 22.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

127.00 mm
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a driver unit size of 127.00 mm which is larger than that of 92.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 127.00 mm.
Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

2
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 2.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

4.0
Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports Bluetooth version 4.0 which is older than that of 76.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.7% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 4.0.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

10.00 m
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

A2DP; AVRCP
Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

?
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

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Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

?
Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

?
Built-in rechargeable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a built-in rechargeable battery. 81.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Requires wired mains power and has no built-in rechargeable operating battery.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

IP67
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an IP rating of IP67 which provides better ingress protection than 80% of portable speakers and the same ingress protection as 19.1% of portable speakers.
Water resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Samsung Radiant360 R5 is water resistant. 38.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

no
Samsung Radiant360 R5 is not rated as dust resistant. 51.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

?
Drop resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Samsung Radiant360 R5 resists accidental impacts. 67.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

?
Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No dedicated remote control is documented.
Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

2,700 g
Samsung Radiant360 R5 weighs 2,700 g which is heavier than that of 77.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

31.3 cm
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a height of 31.3 cm which is taller than that of 91.9% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

16.59 cm
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a width of 16.59 cm which is narrower than that of 55.2% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

16.59 cm
Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a depth of 16.59 cm which is deeper than that of 84.3% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

SmartThings
Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

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Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No direct supported voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports native Spotify Connect.
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Samsung Radiant360 R5 vs the average portable speaker

  • Better ingress protection
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
    What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
    When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: IP67+

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).IP67 vs IPX5
  • 77 mm larger main driver
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (127 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 127.00 mm.
    What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
    When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 50 mm

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (127 mm vs 50.00 mm).127.00 mm vs 50.00 mm
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can connect to wireless local networks.
    When it matters: When direct network streaming or smart multi-room features matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
    Provides omnidirectional 360° sound radiation.
    What it is: Indicates whether sound is spread evenly in all directions.
    When it matters: When even sound coverage around the speaker matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • Has an equalizer
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
    What it is: Shows whether the sound balance can be adjusted across frequency ranges.
    When it matters: When you want to adjust bass, midrange, or treble balance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
    What it is: Shows whether testing against MIL-STD-810 durability procedures is claimed.
    When it matters: When independently defined durability test procedures matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Resists accidental impacts
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
    What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Supports party mode
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
    What it is: Indicates whether multiple speakers can play the same audio together.
    When it matters: When several compatible speakers should play together.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • 77 mm larger main driver
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a larger main driver than the average portable speaker (127 mm vs 50.00 mm).
  • Provides 360-degree sound
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 provides 360-degree sound, while the average portable speaker does not provide 360-degree sound.
  • 2 W more audio output power
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has more audio output power than the average portable speaker (22 W vs 20.00 W).
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports Wi-Fi connectivity, while the average portable speaker does not support Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Supports DLNA media sharing
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports DLNA media sharing, while the average portable speaker does not support DLNA media sharing.
  • Supports AAC Bluetooth audio
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports AAC Bluetooth audio, while the average portable speaker does not support AAC Bluetooth audio.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Better ingress protection
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has better ingress protection than the average portable speaker (IP67 vs IPX5).
  • Resists accidental impacts
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 resists accidental impacts, while the average portable speaker lacks an impact-resistance rating.
  • Claims MIL-STD-810 compliance
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 claims MIL-STD-810 compliance, while the average portable speaker does not claim MIL-STD-810 compliance.
  • Has an equalizer
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Supports party mode
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • Supports playback mute
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • Has a sleep timer
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
  • Supports multi-room audio
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports multi-room audio, while the average portable speaker does not support multi-room audio.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • Supports firmware updates
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.

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Connectivity
Battery
Durability
Controls
Smart features
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
  • 1 Bluetooth levels older
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 4.0.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
    Requires wired mains power and has no built-in rechargeable operating battery.
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
  • 5 °C lower maximum operating temperature
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a lower maximum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (35 °C vs 40 °C).
  • Does not support auto power-off
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not support auto power-off, while the average portable speaker supports auto power-off.
    No automatic inactivity-based power-off.
  • 1,900 g heavier
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is heavier than the average portable speaker (2,700 g vs 800 g).
  • 18.9 cm taller
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is taller than the average portable speaker (31.3 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • 8.29 cm deeper
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is deeper than the average portable speaker (16.6 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 4 older
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2015 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2015.
  • Is not rated as dust resistant
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
    What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is not rated as dust resistant, while the average portable speaker is dust resistant.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).
    Built-in microphones: 0.
    What it is: The number of microphones built into the speaker.
    When it matters: When voice pickup, calls, or beamforming performance matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 1

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has fewer microphones than the average portable speaker (0 vs 1).0 vs 1
  • Does not have a built-in rechargeable battery
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
    Requires wired mains power and has no built-in rechargeable operating battery.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
    When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, while the average portable speaker has a built-in rechargeable battery.
  • Does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
    No built-in 3.5 mm AUX input.
    What it is: Indicates whether a standard 3.5 mm analog audio socket is present.
    When it matters: When you need a reliable wired analog audio connection.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a 3.5 mm AUX input, while the average portable speaker has a 3.5 mm AUX input.
  • 1 Bluetooth levels older
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 4.0.
    What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
    When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 5.0

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (4 vs 5.0).4.0 vs 5.0
  • 5 °C higher minimum operating temperature
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).
    What it is: The lowest ambient temperature recommended for normal operation.
    When it matters: When the speaker must work reliably in colder conditions.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= -10 °C

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 has a higher minimum operating temperature than the average portable speaker (5 °C vs 0 °C).5 °C vs 0 °C
  • Does not have a battery level indicator
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
    What it is: Shows whether the remaining battery level can be displayed clearly.
    When it matters: When you want to know the remaining charge before or during use.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 does not have a battery level indicator, while the average portable speaker has a battery level indicator.
  • 1,900 g heavier
    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is heavier than the average portable speaker (2,700 g vs 800 g).
    What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
    When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 1000 g

    Samsung Radiant360 R5 is heavier than the average portable speaker (2,700 g vs 800 g).2700 g vs 800 g
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Controls
Design
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What customers like about Samsung Radiant360 R5?

  • Exceptional omnidirectional sound quality that fills the entire room uniformly
  • Impressive bass performance and high volume levels without significant distortion
  • Convenient dual connectivity options including both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  • Ability to pair and sync multiple speakers for a multi-room audio setup
  • Sleek, modern cylindrical design with an intuitive top touch-control panel

What customers dislike about Samsung Radiant360 R5?

  • Lacks a built-in battery, requiring a constant connection to a power outlet
  • The Samsung Multiroom companion app is often described as frustrating and non-intuitive
  • Setting up and networking multiple speakers over Wi-Fi can be difficult and time-consuming
  • Occasional Wi-Fi signal dropouts and limited Bluetooth range
  • Inherent loss of true stereo separation due to the 360-degree omnidirectional design
  • Lacks a physical auxiliary (3.5mm) line-in port for wired connections

Expert reviews

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trustedreviews.com
01/12/2015
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Samsung R5 Review - Trusted Reviews
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expertreviews.co.uk
24/12/2015
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Samsung R5 Wireless Audio (WAM5500) review
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avforums.com
16/01/2016
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Samsung R5 360 Wireless Speaker Review - AVForums
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gadgetguy.com.au
19/02/2016
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Review: Samsung R5 Multiroom speaker (WAM5500)
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areadvd.de
24/02/2016
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Review: Samsung R5/R3/R1 – Samsung Expands Wireless Multiroom Portfolio
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computerbild.de
10/03/2016
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Samsung R1, R3 and R5: Wi-Fi Speaker Review
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likehifi.de
17/05/2016
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Samsung R5: Short Circuit - likehifi.de
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hifitest.de
07/12/2016
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Samsung R5 - Stereo System and All-in-One System - hifitest.de
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heise.de
01/07/2017
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Samsung R5: 360-Degree Multiroom with Rich Bass by Computer Bild
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elektrozine.be
02/02/2016
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Review: Samsung R3 and R5
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hifi.nl
22/12/2015
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Samsung R1, R3, and R5 Wireless Audio Review
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fwd.nl
06/11/2015
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Review: Samsung WAM1500, WAM3500 and WAM5500 FWD Benelux
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techzine.nl
07/12/2016
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Review: Samsung Wireless Audio 360 Portable Speakers (multiroom) FWD Benelux
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