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ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 review: 108 specs compared

Avg. price:~£180N. of audio channels:5.1Audio output power:?HDMI ARC type:eARC

ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications, 14 expert and video reviews and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the Soundbars category and whether it is worth buying.

ULTIMEA Poseidon D60
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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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▲ Better than 68% of models
Score components

35%

6.5

Technical score

30%

6.5

List score

25%

8.4

Reviews score

10%

8.4

Sentiment score

▲Better than 68% of soundbars
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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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▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

▲Better than 76%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

25%

6.6

Audio

18%

5.8

Formats

16%

7.3

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Controls

12%

6.7

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

▲Better than 69%
8.4

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.4/ 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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▲ Better than 80% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (14)
14 videos, average 8.4/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 80%
6.5

List score

List score
6.5/ 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 (2)
List score: in 2 of 106 lists (2%)
▲Better than 77%
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What reviewers say about the ULTIMEA Poseidon D60

Based on 0 · 14

Reviewers like the immersive surround effect and easy setup, but many find the bass weak, and size divides opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
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What owners say about the ULTIMEA Poseidon D60

Based on 94 owners sharing their experience in online comments

38%positive15%mixed47%negative

Owners praise punchy, cinematic sound and value, while quiet, unreliable rear speakers and hard-to-hear dialogue often disappoint.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the two small rear speakers are barely audible over HDMI ARC, and their volume cannot be raised separately from the main speakers.11
  • Some owners say the subwoofer does not pair with the soundbar or produces almost no sound, so they had to return it.8
  • Owners say voices sound muffled and quiet during action scenes, and the center speaker's voices and mids are weak and harsh.7
  • Owners say the Atmos is virtual, without real ceiling speakers, so surround effects in films and games feel limited.7
  • Some owners say the two small satellite speakers sometimes stay silent when the soundbar starts, while the main bar and subwoofer still play.4
  • Owners say USB-stick updates can fail to start, there is no way back to factory firmware, and some no longer receive updates.4
  • Owners report a constant hum from the side speakers, popping with each sound, and crackling on the small speakers at low volume.3
  • Owners say there is no treble control, bass and surround tuning is limited to three presets, and individual speaker volume cannot be changed.3
  • Owners say the soundbar makes odd noises when switched on and off, including a loud greeting tune some want to dim or switch off.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Soundbars model ranking

Ranked #85 of 324 models in Soundbars (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of soundbar ULTIMEA Poseidon D60

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components:

25%

6.6

Audio

18%

5.8

Formats

16%

7.3

Connectivity

14%

7.4

Controls

12%

6.7

HDMI

10%

4.0

Streaming

5%

7.5

Design

6.5
Reviews score
8.4
List score
6.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.9
N. of audio channels
5.1
This soundbar offers 5.1 audio channels, more than 82.8% of soundbars and equal to 4.6% of soundbars.
Audio output power
?
Max SPL
?
Min frequency
40 Hz
Market range: <20 Hz – >120 Hz
This soundbar reaches a minimum frequency of 40 Hz, lower than 65.6% of soundbars and equal to 13% of soundbars.
Max frequency
18,000 Hz
Market range: <19k Hz – >20k Hz
This soundbar reaches a maximum frequency of 18,000 Hz, lower than 93% of soundbars and equal to 2.6% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say
Dolby Atmos
yes
This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos. 70% 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
no
This soundbar does not support Dolby Digital Plus. 25.3% of soundbars include this feature.
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What reviewers say
N. of HDMI inputs
?
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This soundbar does not support Wi-Fi connectivity. 28.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This soundbar supports Bluetooth connectivity. 4.6% of soundbars include this feature.
Bluetooth version
?
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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
no
This soundbar does not support voice assistant compatibility. 36.8% of soundbars include this feature.
Far-field microphones
no
This soundbar does not have far-field microphones. 7.1% of soundbars offer this feature.
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What reviewers say
HDMI version
?
HDMI ARC type
eARC
This soundbar has eARC as its HDMI TV-audio return type, which is more advanced than what 71.5% of soundbars and the same as what 28.5% 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
no
This soundbar does not support Spotify Connect. 20.8% 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
no
This soundbar does not support native Amazon Music. 13% support native Amazon Music.
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Width
?
Height
?
Thickness
?
Weight
?
Build material
plastic
This soundbar is built from plastic, which is more premium than 3% of soundbars and equal to 92.6% of soundbars.
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What reviewers say

ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 vs the average soundbar

246810TotalAudioFormatsConnectivityHDMIStreamingControlsDesign
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • Includes rear speakers
    This soundbar includes rear speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • Companion smartphone app
    This soundbar supports smartphone app, the average soundbar does not.
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (5.1 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    5.1 vs 2.1
  • App EQ customization
    This soundbar supports eQ customization (app), the average soundbar does not.
  • 2 more drivers
    This soundbar has more drivers than the average soundbar (6 vs 4). The average soundbar has 4 drivers.
    6 vs 4
  • 18.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 80% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (14)
    14 videos, average 8.4/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.1
  • 18.3% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.4/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 80% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (14)
    14 videos, average 8.4/10. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.4 vs 7.1
  • 16.7% higher sentiment score
    8.4 vs 7.2
  • Includes rear speakers
    This soundbar includes rear speakers, the average soundbar does not.
  • Subwoofer included
    This soundbar has subwoofer included, the average soundbar does not.
  • More audio channels
    This soundbar has more audio channels than the average soundbar (5.1 vs 2.1). The average soundbar has 2.1 audio channels.
    5.1 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
  • 10 Hz lower min frequency
    This soundbar has a lower minimum frequency than the average soundbar (40 Hz vs 50 Hz). The average soundbar has a minimum frequency of 50 Hz.
    40 Hz vs 50 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This soundbar supports Dolby Atmos, the average soundbar does not.
  • 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.
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.
  • 0.75 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (5.3 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    5.25 in vs 6 in
  • 11.0% lower list score
    List score
    6.5/ 10
    ✕
    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 (2)
    List score: in 2 of 106 lists (2%)
    6.5 vs 7.3
  • No AAC support
    This soundbar does not support AAC, the average soundbar does.
  • 2,000 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 11.0% lower list score
    List score
    6.5/ 10
    ✕
    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 (2)
    List score: in 2 of 106 lists (2%)
    6.5 vs 7.3
  • 0.75 in inch smaller subwoofer driver size
    This soundbar has a lower subwoofer driver size than the average soundbar (5.3 in vs 6 in). The average soundbar uses a subwoofer driver size of 6 in.
    5.25 in vs 6 in
  • 2,000 Hz lower max frequency
    This soundbar has a lower maximum frequency than the average soundbar (18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average soundbar has a maximum frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    18,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • No AAC support
    This soundbar does not support AAC, the average soundbar does.
  • No night mode
    This soundbar does not support night mode, the average soundbar does.

Video reviews

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

8.0
Kpaceguy
≈ estimated
08/07/2024
Hands-on review · sound tests and setup
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 is recommended for small rooms and TV upgrades, but wired rear speakers and subwoofer placement are drawbacks.
8.0
Vinnel TV
≈ estimated
08/02/2024
Hands-on review · unboxing, setup and audio test
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 is a powerful system with excellent sound and easy Bluetooth setup.
9.0
Matt Coykendall
≈ estimated
09/01/2024
Hands-on review · setup, tuning and TV sound tests
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 suits small rooms and bedrooms and is a clear TV upgrade, though more fine-tuning would be welcome.
9.0
Roberto Jorge Tech
≈ estimated
06/12/2023
Hands-on review · unboxing, setup and sync test
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 offers strong surround sound with wireless rear speakers and is considered the best value for money recently.
9.0
Ryan IWK
≈ estimated
11/11/2023
Hands-on review · unboxing, setup, sound and surround tests
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 gives good value for the money, with clear sound and a convincing surround effect.
7.0
Toid
≈ estimated
18/10/2023
Measured review · frequency sweep and speaker tests
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 is decent for small rooms and bedrooms, but its bass is weak and it has no per-speaker level control.
9.0
HiFi AV Tech
≈ estimated
08/10/2024
Hands-on review · surround sound, setup and value
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 is great for its price, with immersive surround and easy setup, though bass is less clear than costlier systems.
9.0
ROBERT BRIGGS
≈ estimated
11/10/2023
Unboxing and remote walkthrough · brief hands-on check
Verdict
ULTIMEA Poseidon D60 is feature-rich for the price, and the reviewer clearly considers it a definite buy.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about ULTIMEA Poseidon D60

  • Rear speakers come in the box for a full surround effect.
  • Dolby Atmos support is included.
  • eARC lets the TV send Atmos sound through one cable.
  • USB audio input adds another easy source.
  • The 102 dB signal-to-noise ratio keeps background noise low.
  • The subwoofer is included, so the bass comes with the set.

What customers don't like about ULTIMEA Poseidon D60

  • The top end stops at 18000 Hz, so the very highest sounds are cut.
  • Bass reaches down to about 47 Hz in tests, so the deepest lows are missed.
  • No DTS support.
  • No Chromecast, AirPlay or Spotify Connect.
  • No Bluetooth multipoint, so only one phone connects at a time.

Verdict

Rear speakers are the big difference with the ULTIMEA Poseidon D60, a 5.1 set that puts sound behind you. Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital decoding suit films, and the eARC port carries the signal from the TV. The subwoofer is included and links wirelessly, so no cable runs across the room. The sound stays clear at higher volume, and the rear speakers widen the surround effect in small rooms. The trade-off is the treble: the top end stops at 18000 Hz, so the very highest sounds are cut. Setup is easy, with a remote and an app for the settings. It suits a buyer with a small living room who wants proper surround without cables across the floor and does not need the deepest bass.

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