JBL Bar 500 MK2 vs Samsung HW-S700D
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Choosing between the JBL Bar 500 MK2 and Samsung HW-S700D? Both compete in the Soundbar segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The JBL Bar 500 MK2 scores higher in form factor, room fit. The Samsung HW-S700D leads in value. They score similarly in ease of use.
These soundbars differ in channel configurations of 5.1 vs 3.1.
These two Soundbar options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the JBL Bar 500 MK2 is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 4 scored dimensions. The Samsung HW-S700D makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
JBL Bar 500 MK2
Samsung HW-S700D
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Config | 5.1 | 3.1 |
| Total Power (RMS) | 750W | 250W |
| Driver Count | 9 | 7 |
| Freq Response Low | — | — |
| Freq Response High | — | — |
| Passive | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Digital+ | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | No | No |
| DTS:X | No | No |
| DTS Virtual:X | Yes | Yes |
| DTS-HD Master | No | No |
| Built-in Sub | No | No |
| Wireless Sub Included | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Sub Support | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Surround Support | No | No |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Inputs | 0 | 0 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Optical Input | Yes | Yes |
| Analog Stereo In | No | No |
| Sub Pre-Out | No | No |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| BT Version | 5.3 | 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| AirPlay 2 | No | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes | No |
| Spotify Connect | No | No |
| Voice Assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | |
| Room Calibration | JBL One | SpaceFit Sound Pro |
| Dialog Enhancement | Yes | Yes |
| Night Mode | Yes | Yes |
| App Control | JBL One | SmartThings |
| Wall Mountable | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
- Total Power (RMS): JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 750W vs Samsung HW-S700D at 250W
- Channel Config: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 5.1 vs Samsung HW-S700D at 3.1
- Driver Count: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 9 vs Samsung HW-S700D at 7
- BT Version: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 5.3 vs Samsung HW-S700D at 5.2
- Ethernet: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at No vs Samsung HW-S700D at Yes
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how JBL Bar 500 MK2 and Samsung HW-S700D compare to the rest of the field.
Best Soundbar RankingsSpecifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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