Name: Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar
Brand: Samsung

Technical Specifications of soundbar Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar

Overall score

7.3

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the soundbar.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a soundbar reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Audio

8.5

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand under which the soundbar is marketed and sold.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Samsung

N. of audio channels

What it is: Shows how many separate audio channels the system is built to reproduce, such as left, center, surround, height, and subwoofer channels.

When it matters: When you are deciding between a simpler bar and a setup built for wider surround placement, clearer center dialogue, or more immersive height effects.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=5.1

Audio output power

What it is: Total continuous or peak audio output power, measured in watts.

When it matters: When you need enough headroom to fill a larger room or listen at higher volume without the system feeling strained.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >100 W

Max SPL

What it is: Maximum sound pressure level output, measured in dB SPL.

When it matters: When you use the soundbar in a large room, listen at high volume, or want it to stay convincing during action-heavy movies and parties.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >90 dB SPL

Min frequency

What it is: Lowest reproducible audio frequency, measured in hertz.

When it matters: When deep bass extension matters and you want to know how low the system is supposed to reach.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <50 Hz

Formats

5.3

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Dolby Atmos

What it is: Means the soundbar can play Dolby Atmos soundtracks, which add height information on top of normal surround channels for a more three-dimensional presentation.

When it matters: When you watch a lot of movies or shows with Atmos tracks and want a more enveloping sense of space than standard surround usually provides.

Importance: HIGH

DTS:X

What it is: Can handle DTS:X object-based surround audio from compatible sources.

When it matters: When your library includes DTS:X content and you want the soundbar to reproduce its surround effects properly.

Importance: HIGH

Dolby TrueHD

What it is: Can decode Dolby TrueHD, a lossless surround format often used on Blu-ray and higher-end local media setups.

When it matters: When you play disc-based or local media and want lossless Dolby audio support.

Importance: HIGH

DTS-HD Master Audio

What it is: Can decode DTS-HD Master Audio, a lossless DTS format used on many Blu-ray releases.

When it matters: When your movie library includes discs or files with higher-quality DTS soundtracks.

Importance: HIGH

Dolby Digital Plus

What it is: Can decode Dolby Digital Plus, a higher-efficiency surround format used widely by streaming services.

When it matters: When you stream movies and shows from modern apps that commonly deliver audio in Dolby Digital Plus.

Importance: MEDIUM

Connectivity

7.9

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N. of HDMI inputs

What it is: Number of HDMI input ports available.

When it matters: When several consoles, streamers, or players may need to plug into the soundbar directly.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=1

Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: Can join a wireless network for streaming, app control, updates, and smart-platform features.

When it matters: When you want better streaming stability, direct app playback, or smart features beyond Bluetooth alone.

Importance: HIGH

Wi-Fi version

What it is: Supported Wi-Fi version or standard (e.g., Wi-Fi 5, 6, 6E).

When it matters: When your network setup uses newer Wi-Fi standards and you want better compatibility or wireless stability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Wi-Fi 5/6

Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Can receive audio wirelessly over Bluetooth from phones, tablets, computers, and other compatible sources.

When it matters: When you want fast casual streaming from nearby devices without relying on Wi-Fi setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bluetooth version

What it is: Supported Bluetooth specification version.

When it matters: When you care about newer Bluetooth efficiency, compatibility, and connection behavior with modern source devices.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

Controls

7.2

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Smartphone app

What it is: Can be configured or controlled through a dedicated mobile app.

When it matters: When you prefer changing inputs, updates, sound modes, or calibration settings from your phone.

Importance: HIGH

Remote control

What it is: Comes with or supports a physical handheld remote for everyday operation.

When it matters: When you want quick volume, input, and sound-mode control without opening an app.

Importance: HIGH

Control panel

What it is: Design and layout of the onboard control panel.

When it matters: When you want easier everyday control.

Importance: HIGH

Voice assistant compatibility

What it is: Works with one or more voice-assistant platforms such as Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri workflows.

When it matters: When voice control is part of how you start playback, change volume, or integrate the bar into smart-home routines.

Importance: MEDIUM

Far-field microphones

What it is: Built-in far-field microphones for voice assistant use.

When it matters: When you want hands-free control or built-in voice features.

Importance: MEDIUM

HDMI & Gaming

6.6

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HDMI version

What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported for input/output.

When it matters: When you need the HDMI link to handle newer video, gaming, or audio-return features in your setup.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 2.1

HDMI ARC type

What it is: Shows whether the soundbar uses ARC or eARC for TV audio over HDMI. ARC covers basic return audio, while eARC supports higher-bandwidth formats such as lossless Dolby Atmos and generally gives you more headroom for advanced TV-to-soundbar audio.

When it matters: When the TV will send sound back to the soundbar over HDMI and you care about getting the best audio formats your TV and streaming devices can pass through.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: eARC

HDMI-CEC support

What it is: Lets compatible devices share basic commands like power, volume, and input switching over HDMI.

When it matters: When you want simpler everyday use, such as controlling volume with the TV remote and having the soundbar turn on with the TV.

Importance: MEDIUM

HDMI pass-through resolution

What it is: Maximum video resolution supported through HDMI pass-through.

When it matters: When you connect external players or consoles through the soundbar.

Importance: MEDIUM

HDMI pass-through frame rate

What it is: Maximum frame rate supported for HDMI pass-through.

When it matters: When you connect gaming devices through the soundbar.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=120 fps

Smart features

3.9

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AirPlay

What it is: Supports Apple AirPlay or AirPlay 2 for network-based streaming from Apple devices and apps.

When it matters: When your home setup is built around Apple devices and you want smooth wireless playback across that ecosystem.

Importance: HIGH

Chromecast built-in

What it is: Includes Chromecast so audio can be cast directly from compatible apps over Wi-Fi.

When it matters: When you want quick app-based casting from Android, Chrome, or supported streaming services without Bluetooth pairing.

Importance: HIGH

Spotify Connect

What it is: Can receive Spotify streams directly over the network without routing playback through your phone over Bluetooth.

When it matters: When you use Spotify often and want your phone free for calls, battery, or other apps while music keeps playing.

Importance: MEDIUM

TIDAL Connect

What it is: Can receive TIDAL streams directly over the network without using Bluetooth from the phone as the audio path.

When it matters: When you use TIDAL regularly and want direct streaming with less dependence on your phone staying involved.

Importance: MEDIUM

Amazon Music native support

What it is: Native integration with Amazon Music service.

When it matters: When you stream music directly from apps and ecosystems you already use.

Importance: MEDIUM

Design

6.5

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Width

What it is: Overall width of the soundbar.

When it matters: When you want the bar to match the TV size better or fit a narrow cabinet cleanly.

Importance: HIGH

Height

What it is: Overall height of the soundbar.

When it matters: When clearance under the TV is limited and you do not want the bar covering the lower edge of the picture.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <70 mm

Thickness

What it is: The front-to-back depth of the soundbar body.

When it matters: When you need the soundbar to fit neatly on furniture, under the TV, or close to the wall without sticking out too much.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <90 mm

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the soundbar unit.

When it matters: When wall mounting, shelf strength, or how easy the bar is to move and position matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Build material

What it is: Material used for cabinet or body construction.

When it matters: When finish quality, cabinet feel, and how premium the bar looks in the room matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar vs the average soundbar

Why is Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar better than the average soundbar?

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1 more HDMI inputs
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
What it is: Number of HDMI input ports available.
When it matters: When several consoles, streamers, or players may need to plug into the soundbar directly.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=1
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.1 vs 0
Supports center channel driver
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
What it is: Uses a dedicated center-channel driver intended to anchor dialogue and center-screen effects more clearly.
When it matters: When dialogue clarity is important and you want voices locked more firmly to the center of the screen.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
Includes subwoofer
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
What it is: Means the soundbar comes with a separate subwoofer for deeper bass instead of relying only on the bar's built-in drivers.
When it matters: When you want movies, music, and games to have stronger low-end weight without having to add a subwoofer later.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
More audio channels
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (3.1 vs 2.0). The average soundbar has 2.0 audio channels.
Standalone configuration kept; expandable/virtual claims ignored.
What it is: Shows how many separate audio channels the system is built to reproduce, such as left, center, surround, height, and subwoofer channels.
When it matters: When you are deciding between a simpler bar and a setup built for wider surround placement, clearer center dialogue, or more immersive height effects.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=5.1
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (3.1 vs 2.0). The average soundbar has 2.0 audio channels.3.1 vs 2.0
Supports DTS Virtual:X
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports DTS Virtual:X, the average soundbar does not.
What it is: Supports DTS Virtual:X processing to simulate a larger surround field without a full speaker array.
When it matters: When you want a more spacious surround effect from a simpler physical speaker setup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports DTS Virtual:X, the average soundbar does not.
Has Bluetooth multipoint
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports Bluetooth multipoint, the average soundbar does not.
What it is: Can stay paired with more than one Bluetooth device at the same time.
When it matters: When you switch often between two phones, tablets, or laptops without wanting to re-pair constantly.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports Bluetooth multipoint, the average soundbar does not.
3 more drivers
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (7 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When you want a better idea of how complex the speaker array is inside the bar itself.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=4
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (7 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.7 vs 4
Has EQ customization (app)
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
What it is: Lets the sound profile be adjusted through the companion app instead of relying only on fixed presets.
When it matters: When room acoustics or personal taste make app-based tuning more useful than one-size-fits-all presets.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
Supports center channel driver
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has center channel driver, the average soundbar does not.
Includes subwoofer
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
More audio channels
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (3.1 vs 2.0). The average soundbar has 2.0 audio channels.
3 more drivers
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (7 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
6.14x higher audio output power
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (430 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
Compatible with Wireless rear speaker
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports wireless rear speaker compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
5 more equalizer bands
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar offers more equalizer bands than the average soundbar (7 vs 2). The average soundbar offers 2 equalizer bands.
Supports bass boost
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports bass boost, the average soundbar does not.
2 more sound modes
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar offers more sound modes than the average soundbar (6 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
31.1 Hz lower min frequency
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (20 Hz vs 51.1 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 51.1 Hz.
Includes wall-mount kit
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has wall-mount kit included, the average soundbar does not.
0.9 % lower total harmonic distortion (THD)
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a lower total harmonic distortion (THD) than the average soundbar (0.1 % vs 1 %). The average soundbar has THD of 1 %.
Supports DTS Virtual:X
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports DTS Virtual:X, the average soundbar does not.
Broader format support
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
6 more supported audio formats
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (8 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
Supports AAC
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports AAC, the average soundbar does not.
1 more HDMI inputs
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
Has Bluetooth multipoint
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports Bluetooth multipoint, the average soundbar does not.
Higher pass-through resolution
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports 4K for HDMI pass-through resolution, while the average soundbar supports none.
Higher HDMI pass-through frame rate
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a higher HDMI pass-through frame rate than the average soundbar (60 fps vs none fps). The average soundbar supports an HDMI pass-through frame rate of none fps.
Has EQ customization (app)
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
Supports manual audio delay adjustment
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
Supports night mode
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
8 mm lower height
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is shorter than the average soundbar (59 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.

Why is Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar worse than the average soundbar?

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Lower bass adjustment range
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a lower bass adjustment range than the average soundbar (-6 to 6 dB vs -100 to 100 dB). The average soundbar offers a bass adjustment range of -100 to 100 dB.
2.33x higher max power consumption
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a higher max power consumption than the average soundbar (70 W vs 30 W). The average soundbar uses 30 W at maximum power.
No AUX input
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
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Older Bluetooth version
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar uses 4.2 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
Less advanced HDMI ARC type
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has arc as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
Older HDMI version
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar uses 1.4 for HDMI version, while the average soundbar uses 2.1.
269 mm wider width
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (1,030 mm vs 761 mm). The average soundbar is 761 mm wide.
Less trusted origin
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is from Unknown, while the average soundbar is from Japan.
1,100 g heavier weight
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,100 g vs 2,000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2,000 g.
Less advanced HDMI ARC type
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has arc as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
What it is: Shows whether the soundbar uses ARC or eARC for TV audio over HDMI. ARC covers basic return audio, while eARC supports higher-bandwidth formats such as lossless Dolby Atmos and generally gives you more headroom for advanced TV-to-soundbar audio.
When it matters: When the TV will send sound back to the soundbar over HDMI and you care about getting the best audio formats your TV and streaming devices can pass through.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: eARC
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has arc as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.arc vs eARC
Older HDMI version
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar uses 1.4 for HDMI version, while the average soundbar uses 2.1.
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported for input/output.
When it matters: When you need the HDMI link to handle newer video, gaming, or audio-return features in your setup.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 2.1
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar uses 1.4 for HDMI version, while the average soundbar uses 2.1.1.4 vs 2.1
No AUX input
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
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What it is: Includes a 3.5 mm analog input for connecting older devices or simple wired audio sources.
When it matters: When a TV, projector, music player, or other source still relies on analog audio output.
Importance: LOW
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
269 mm wider width
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (1,030 mm vs 761 mm). The average soundbar is 761 mm wide.
What it is: Overall width of the soundbar.
When it matters: When you want the bar to match the TV size better or fit a narrow cabinet cleanly.
Importance: HIGH
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is wider than the average soundbar (1,030 mm vs 761 mm). The average soundbar is 761 mm wide.1,030 mm vs 761 mm
Older Bluetooth version
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar uses 4.2 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
What it is: Supported Bluetooth specification version.
When it matters: When you care about newer Bluetooth efficiency, compatibility, and connection behavior with modern source devices.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=5.0
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar uses 4.2 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.4.2 vs 5.0
Less trusted origin
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is from Unknown, while the average soundbar is from Japan.
What it is: Country or region of brand origin.
When it matters: When brand background matters to you while comparing options.
Importance: LOW
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is from Unknown, while the average soundbar is from Japan.Unknown vs Japan
Lower bass adjustment range
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a lower bass adjustment range than the average soundbar (-6 to 6 dB vs -100 to 100 dB). The average soundbar offers a bass adjustment range of -100 to 100 dB.
What it is: Range of bass adjustment in decibels.
When it matters: When you want to fine-tune how much low-end weight the system adds in your room.
Importance: LOW
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar has a lower bass adjustment range than the average soundbar (-6 to 6 dB vs -100 to 100 dB). The average soundbar offers a bass adjustment range of -100 to 100 dB.6 to 6 dB vs 100 to 100 dB
1,100 g heavier weight
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,100 g vs 2,000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2,000 g.
What it is: Total weight of the soundbar unit.
When it matters: When wall mounting, shelf strength, or how easy the bar is to move and position matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,100 g vs 2,000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2,000 g.3,100 g vs 2,000 g

Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar?

Excellent dialogue clarity thanks to a dedicated discrete center channel
Great value for money at its mid-range price point
Simple and quick setup process, often described as 'plug and play'
Balanced neutral sound profile suitable for music and TV shows
Compact and sleek design that fits well under most TVs
Offers useful sound customization tools like a graphic EQ and specialized modes (e.g., Night Mode, Game Mode)

What customers dislike about Samsung HW-B650 Soundbar?

Lacks support for immersive object-based audio formats like Dolby Atmos
Limited wireless connectivity as it lacks Wi-Fi, AirPlay, and Chromecast support
Subwoofer struggles to reproduce deep, low-rumbling bass in heavy genres or action movies
Small and sometimes difficult-to-read LED display on the front of the bar
Narrow surround soundstage as it must downmix surround formats to stereo
Does not include a dedicated mobile app or built-in voice assistants

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