Name: Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar
Brand: Samsung

Technical Specifications of soundbar Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar

Overall score

6.7

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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

5.2

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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

4.8

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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

7.4

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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

N/A

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

8.4

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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

6.8

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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

6.4

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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-N400 TV Mate Soundbar vs the average soundbar

Why is Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar better than the average soundbar?

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1 more HDMI inputs
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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-N400 TV Mate Soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.1 vs 0
Has smartphone app
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
Android app support only.
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
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
Has EQ customization (app)
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
Higher pass-through resolution
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports 4K for HDMI pass-through resolution, while the average soundbar supports none.
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
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports 4K for HDMI pass-through resolution, while the average soundbar supports none.4K vs none
Compatible with Voice assistant
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
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
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
Higher HDMI pass-through frame rate
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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.
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
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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.60 fps vs none fps
Supports manual audio delay adjustment
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
Adjustment available from the remote.
What it is: Lets the audio delay be adjusted manually to correct lip-sync mismatches.
When it matters: When picture and sound drift out of sync with certain TVs, apps, or source devices.
Importance: LOW
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
Supports night mode
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
What it is: Dedicated night mode for reduced loudness and dynamic range.
When it matters: When you watch late and want to reduce big volume spikes.
Importance: MEDIUM
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
Compatible with Wireless rear speaker
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports wireless rear speaker compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
Includes wall-mount kit
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar has wall-mount kit included, the average soundbar does not.
Broader format support
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV vs MP3).
Supports AAC
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports AAC, the average soundbar does not.
3 more supported audio formats
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (5 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
1 more HDMI inputs
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar has more HDMI inputs than the average soundbar (1 vs 0). The average soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs.
Has headphone jack
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports headphone jack, the average soundbar does not.
Higher pass-through resolution
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports 4K for HDMI pass-through resolution, while the average soundbar supports none.
Higher HDMI pass-through frame rate
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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 smartphone app
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
Has EQ customization (app)
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
Compatible with Voice assistant
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
Supports manual audio delay adjustment
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
Supports night mode
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar supports night mode, the average soundbar does not.
121 mm narrower width
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is narrower than the average soundbar (640 mm vs 761 mm). The average soundbar is 761 mm wide.

Why is Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar worse than the average soundbar?

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2 fewer sound modes
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
Lower bass adjustment range
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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.
5.2x higher standby power consumption
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar has a higher standby power consumption than the average soundbar (2.6 W vs 0.5 W). The average soundbar uses 0.5 W in standby.
Older Bluetooth version
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar uses 2.1 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.
Less advanced HDMI ARC type
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar has arc as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
Less trusted origin
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is from Unknown, while the average soundbar is from Japan.
1,000 g heavier weight
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,000 g vs 2,000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2,000 g.
3 year/s older release date
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2018 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
May 1, 2018
15 mm thicker design
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (100 mm vs 85 mm). The average soundbar is 85 mm thick.
4 mm higher height
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is taller than the average soundbar (71 mm vs 67 mm). The average soundbar is 67 mm tall.
Less advanced HDMI ARC type
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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-N400 TV Mate Soundbar has arc as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.arc vs eARC
Older Bluetooth version
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar uses 2.1 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-N400 TV Mate Soundbar uses 2.1 for Bluetooth version, while the average soundbar uses 5.0.2.1 vs 5.0
2 fewer sound modes
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
What it is: Number of selectable or predefined sound modes.
When it matters: When you switch between movies, music, news, or gaming often.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=4
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (2 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.2 vs 4
Less trusted origin
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is from Unknown, while the average soundbar is from Japan.Unknown vs Japan
Lower bass adjustment range
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate 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-N400 TV Mate 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
1,000 g heavier weight
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,000 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-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (3,000 g vs 2,000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2,000 g.3,000 g vs 2,000 g
3 year/s older release date
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2018 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
May 1, 2018
What it is: Official release date of the model.
When it matters: When this part of everyday TV, movie, or music use matters to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2022
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2018 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.2018 vs 2021
3.26x more expensive
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is more expensive than the average soundbar (£310 vs £95).
Samsung HW-N400 TV Mate Soundbar is more expensive than the average soundbar (£310 vs £95).£310 vs £95