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Samsung HW-S60T review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£350N. of audio channels:4.0Audio output power:180 WHDMI ARC type:ARC

Samsung HW-S60T Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and 3 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung HW-S60T
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.4

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

6.4

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 50% of soundbars
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 75%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

5.8

Audio

18%

5.8

Formats

16%

6.4

Connectivity

14%

8.4

Controls

12%

5.5

HDMI

10%

6.8

Streaming

5%

6.5

Design

â–²Better than 64%
6.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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6.4

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.0 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.8

Average grade

20%

7.0

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
3 videos, average 7.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 64%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Samsung HW-S60T

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Reviewers agree the bass is weak and the subwoofer underwhelms.
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Ranked #121 of 324 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar Samsung HW-S60T

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

5.8

Audio

18%

5.8

Formats

16%

6.4

Connectivity

14%

8.4

Controls

12%

5.5

HDMI

10%

6.8

Streaming

5%

6.5

Design

6.4
Reviews score
6.4
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the soundbar's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a soundbar with a good balance between audio quality, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.3
N. of audio channels
4
This soundbar offers 4 audio channels, more than 80.2% of soundbars.
Audio output power
180 W
Market range: <10 W – >260 W
This soundbar delivers 180 W of audio output power, more than 82.3% of soundbars and equal to 0.6% of soundbars.
Max SPL
92.8 dB SPL
Market range: <75 dB SPL – >105 dB SPL
This soundbar has a max SPL of 92.8 dB SPL, lower than 56.8% of soundbars.
Min frequency
58.2 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 58.2 Hz, higher than 68.3% of soundbars and equal to 0.5% of soundbars.
Max frequency
19,900 Hz
Market range: <19k Hz – >20k Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 19,900 Hz, lower than 82.9% of soundbars and equal to 6.6% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Atmos. 30.3% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS:X
no
This soundbar does not support DTS:X. 16.7% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby TrueHD
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby TrueHD. 16.5% of soundbars include this feature.
DTS-HD Master Audio
no
This soundbar does not support DTS-HD Master Audio. 7.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Dolby Digital Plus
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus. 75% of soundbars include this feature.
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N. of HDMI inputs
0
Market range: <0 – >5
This soundbar has 0 HDMI inputs, fewer than 41.5% of soundbars and equal to 58.5% of soundbars.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 71.5% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5
This soundbar has Wi-Fi 5, which is more advanced than 85.2% of soundbars and equal to 12.8% of soundbars.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
4.2
This soundbar uses Bluetooth 4.2, which is less up to date than 61.8% of soundbars and equal to 24.7% of soundbars.
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Smartphone app
yes
This soundbar has smartphone app. 57.7% of soundbars offer this feature.
Remote control
yes
This soundbar has remote control. 17.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Control panel
yes
This soundbar has control panel. 5.5% of soundbars offer this feature.
Voice assistant compatibility
yes
This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility. 63.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
yes
This soundbar has far-field microphones. 93.2% of soundbars offer this feature.
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HDMI version
1.4
This soundbar has HDMI 1.4, which is more capable than 38.1% of soundbars and equal to 18.7% of soundbars.
HDMI ARC type
ARC
This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 24.7% of soundbars and the same as what 46.5% offers.
HDMI-CEC support
yes
This soundbar supports HDMI-CEC. 29.2% support HDMI-CEC.
HDMI pass-through resolution
none
This soundbar passes through none, which is lower resolution than 27.2% of soundbars and equal to 72.8% of soundbars.
HDMI pass-through frame rate
none fps
This soundbar supports HDMI pass-through up to none fps, lower than 21.4% of soundbars and equal to 78.6% of soundbars.
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AirPlay
no
This soundbar does not support AirPlay. 19.9% of soundbars include this feature.
Chromecast built-in
no
This soundbar does not support Chromecast built-in. 11.4% of soundbars include this feature.
Spotify Connect
yes
This soundbar supports Spotify Connect. 79.5% of soundbars include this feature.
TIDAL Connect
no
This soundbar does not support TIDAL Connect. 9.2% of soundbars include this feature.
Amazon Music native support
yes
This soundbar supports native Amazon Music. 87.4% support native Amazon Music.
Available via built-in Alexa.
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Width
764 mm
Market range: <350 mm – >1.1k mm
This soundbar is 764 mm wide, wider than 50.3% of soundbars and equal to 1.1% of soundbars.
Height
68 mm
Market range: <50 mm – >100 mm
This soundbar is 68 mm high, taller than 50.5% of soundbars and equal to 4.3% of soundbars.
Thickness
125 mm
Market range: <60 mm – >135 mm
This soundbar is 125 mm thick, thicker than 86.2% of soundbars and equal to 2.1% of soundbars.
Weight
2,900 g
Market range: <500 g – >5.5k g
This soundbar weighs 2,900 g, more than 70.4% of soundbars and equal to 1.6% of soundbars.
Build material
plastic, metal
This soundbar is built from plastic, metal, which is more premium than 96.6% of soundbars and equal to 3.4% of soundbars.
Fabric grille or wrap.
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Samsung HW-S60T vs the average soundbar

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  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
    SmartThings multi-room ecosystem.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified
    This soundbar supports hi-Res Audio certification, the average soundbar does not.
    Hi-Res Audio Decoding is explicitly listed.
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports upfiring speakers
    This soundbar supports upfiring speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (4 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    4.0 vs 2.1
  • 2 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (6 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    6 vs 4
  • 2.57x more audio output power
    This soundbar has a higher audio output power than the average soundbar (180 W vs 70 W). The average soundbar delivers 70 W of audio output power.
    180 W vs 70 W
  • Supports wireless rear speakers
    This soundbar is compatible with wireless rear speakers, the average soundbar is not.
  • 5 more equalizer bands
    This soundbar offers more equalizer bands than the average soundbar (7 vs 2). The average soundbar offers 2 equalizer bands.
    7 vs 2
  • Supports Dolby Digital Plus
    This soundbar supports Dolby Digital Plus, the average soundbar does not.
  • Hi-Res Audio certified
    This soundbar supports hi-Res Audio certification, the average soundbar does not.
    Hi-Res Audio Decoding is explicitly listed.
  • More music formats supported
    This soundbar supports more music formats than the average soundbar (AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3).
    AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMA vs MP3
  • 6 more supported audio formats
    This soundbar supports more audio formats than the average soundbar (8 vs 2). The average soundbar supports 2 audio formats.
    8 vs 2
  • Wi-Fi connectivity
    This soundbar supports Wi-Fi connectivity, the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    This soundbar supports Spotify Connect, the average soundbar does not.
  • Multiroom ecosystem support
    This soundbar supports multiroom ecosystem support, the average soundbar does not.
    SmartThings multi-room ecosystem.
  • Supports Q-Symphony
    This soundbar supports Q-Symphony support, the average soundbar does not.
    Compatible with selected 2020 Samsung TVs.
  • Native Amazon Music support
    This soundbar supports native Amazon Music, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via built-in Alexa.
  • Supports Deezer
    This soundbar supports Deezer, the average soundbar does not.
    Available via the SmartThings app.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • Supports voice assistants
    This soundbar supports voice assistant compatibility, the average soundbar does not.
  • More firmware update options
    This soundbar offers more firmware update options than the average soundbar (over-the-air, app-based, USB vs USB).
    over-the-air, app-based, USB vs USB
  • Manual audio delay adjustment
    This soundbar supports manual audio delay adjustment, the average soundbar does not.
  • Far-field microphones
    This soundbar has far-field microphones, the average soundbar does not.
  • More premium build materials
    This soundbar has a more premium build than the average soundbar (plastic, metal vs plastic).
    Fabric grille or wrap.
    plastic, metal vs plastic
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    no (USB port is for service/firmware updates only, not audio input)
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    No (micro-USB port is for service/firmware updates only)
  • Less up-to-date Bluetooth version
    This soundbar has a less up-to-date Bluetooth version than the average soundbar (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • 39 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (125 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    125 mm vs 86 mm
  • 1 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (3 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    3 vs 4
  • 9.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.6 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models

    6.4

    Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.0 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.8

    Average grade

    20%

    7.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    3 videos, average 7.0/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.4 vs 7.1
  • 3.18x more expensive
    Samsung HW-S60T is more expensive than the average soundbar (£350 vs £110).
    £350 vs £110
  • 3.8% worse value for money
    Samsung HW-S60T has worse value for money than the average soundbar (7.32 vs 7.6).
    7.32 vs 7.6
  • 1 fewer sound modes
    This soundbar offers fewer sound modes than the average soundbar (3 vs 4). The average soundbar offers 4 sound modes.
    3 vs 4
  • 100 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    19,900 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 8.2 Hz higher min frequency
    This soundbar has a higher minimum frequency than the average soundbar (58.2 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    58.2 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • 1 years older release
    This soundbar is older than the average soundbar (2020 vs 2021). The average soundbar was released in 2021.
    June 30, 2020
    2,020 vs 2,021
  • No USB audio input
    This soundbar does not have USB audio input, the average soundbar does.
    no (USB port is for service/firmware updates only, not audio input)
  • No AUX input
    This soundbar does not have AUX input, the average soundbar does.
  • No USB playback support
    This soundbar does not support USB playback support, the average soundbar does.
    No (micro-USB port is for service/firmware updates only)
  • Less up-to-date Bluetooth version
    This soundbar has a less up-to-date Bluetooth version than the average soundbar (4.2 vs 5).
    4.2 vs 5.0
  • Less advanced HDMI ARC type
    This soundbar has ARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, while the average soundbar has eARC.
    ARC vs eARC
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • 39 mm thicker design
    This soundbar is thicker than the average soundbar (125 mm vs 86 mm). The average soundbar is 86 mm thick.
    125 mm vs 86 mm
  • 900 g heavier weight
    This soundbar is heavier than the average soundbar (2,900 g vs 2000 g). The average soundbar weighs 2000 g.
    2,900 g vs 2,000 g

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Living Speaker
≈ estimated
25/08/2022
Full review · sound, app and design tests
Verdict
Samsung HW-S60T lacks low-end punch, but it gets far more right than wrong and is a good pick for anyone without a subwoofer.
8.0
TotallydubbedHD
≈ estimated
13/12/2020
Hands-on review · sound tests, app and remote
Verdict
Samsung HW-S60T is a good all-in-one soundbar that sounds better than its size suggests, but it has no subwoofer, so deep bass is missing.
5.0
Hom BKaviani
≈ estimated
04/11/2020
Hands-on review · bass, sound and app tests
Verdict
Samsung HW-S60T has disappointing bass and tinny sound, so it only suits small rooms with TVs under 50 inches.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung HW-S60T

  • Elegant and compact 'lifestyle' design with premium Kvadrat fabric wrap.
  • Clear and distinct dialogue reproduction, especially in 'Adaptive Sound' mode.
  • Expansive soundstage thanks to Acoustic Beam technology and side-firing horn speakers.
  • Built-in Amazon Alexa support for responsive hands-free voice control.
  • Reliable wireless connectivity options including both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
  • Very easy setup process, particularly when used with Samsung TVs via SmartThings.

What customers don't like about Samsung HW-S60T

  • Noticeable lack of deep, low-end bass (thump and rumble) due to the absence of a dedicated subwoofer.
  • Absence of a front-facing display; relies on a confusing system of multi-coloured LEDs.
  • No support for premium immersive audio formats like Dolby Atmos or DTS:X.
  • Limited physical ports, featuring only one HDMI ARC (no eARC) and one optical input.
  • Occasional audio compression and artifacts when used at maximum volume.
  • Lacks support for popular streaming protocols like Apple AirPlay 2 or Chromecast.

Verdict

The Samsung HW-S60T is a compact 4.0-channel all-in-one soundbar delivering 180W of power through six internal drivers, including dual-sided horn speakers and Acoustic Beam technology for a wider soundstage. This lifestyle-oriented model features a sleek, Kvadrat fabric-wrapped design, built-in Amazon Alexa for voice control, and smart connectivity via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and the SmartThings app. Main pros include its space-saving form factor, clear dialogue reproduction, and dedicated Adaptive Sound and Music modes that optimise audio based on content. However, notable cons include a lack of deep sub-bass due to the absence of a dedicated subwoofer, no support for immersive formats like Dolby Atmos or DTS:X, and a limited selection of physical ports featuring only one HDMI ARC and one optical input.

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