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The Samsung HW-B400F/XU and HW-C400/XU are compact 2.0-channel soundbars designed to improve TV audio without taking up much space. Both offer Bluetooth 4.2, USB music playback, Voice Enhance Mode, Night Mode and Samsung’s One Remote Control support. The key difference is power: the HW-B400F/XU delivers 40W RMS, twice the 20W output of the HW-C400/XU. Both have a 20Hz–20kHz frequency response and similar compact dimensions, but the B400F is better suited to users who want stronger overall volume and bass, while the C400 is a simpler option for basic TV audio improvement.
Verdict
The Samsung HW-B400F/XU is the better overall choice because its 40W RMS output provides twice the power of the HW-C400/XU, making it more suitable for movies, TV shows and music. The HW-C400/XU remains a sensible choice for smaller rooms and users who simply want clearer TV audio at a basic level. If the price difference is reasonable, the HW-B400F/XU offers the stronger value proposition.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | 11559.70 |
11578.56 |
| Brand | Samsung |
Samsung |
| Model No | HW-B400F/XU |
HW-C400/XU |
| Wired / Wireless | Home Theatre Speaker Specification |
Home Theatre Speaker Specification |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
Dynamic |
| Driver Diameter | NA |
Woofer : 40 mm |
| Impedance | NA |
NA |
| Sensitivity | NA |
NA |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20 KHz |
20Hz - 20 KHz |
| Maximum Power Input | Operating Power Consumption Main : 20 W Power Consumption Standby : 0.5 WFree Voltage |
Operating Power Consumption : 20 W Power Consumption Standby : 0.5 W Free Voltage |
| Maximum Power Output | 40 W ( RMS ) Number of Speaker 4 Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 2.0 |
20 W ( RMS ) Number of Speaker 4 Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 2.0 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | NA |
NA |
| Noise Cancelling | ||
| Aux Connectivity | No |
No |
| Weight | Net Weight Main Speaker : 2.1 Kg Set Weight : 2.9 Kg |
Main Speaker : 2.0 Kg Set Weight : 2.8 Kg |
| Dimensions | Main Speaker : 641 mm X 66.5 mm X 107 mm Packaged Dimension : 928.0 mm X 120.0 mm X 155.0 mm |
Main Speaker : 641.0 mm X 66.5 mm X 107.0 mm Packaged Dimension : 928.0 mm X 120.0 mm X 155.0 mm |
| Available Colors | Black |
Black |
| Accessories | Samsung HW-B400F/XU Home Theatre Speaker Remote Controller |
Samsung HW-C400/XU Soundbar Speaker Remote Controller |
| Other Features | One Remote Control. Never miss a word of your favourite show. Sound Modes : Surround Sound Expansion & Standard. Elevate your home cinema set-up with 3D cinematic sound. Elevate your standard TV sound with 4 front-firing speakers. Power Output : 40 W, Powerful 2.0 Channel Sound & 4 Speakers. Great sound and surprisingly good bass within a compact design. Get that home cinema experience without waking the kids or disturbing your neighbours. Audio Features : Voice Enhance Mode, Night Mode LPCM-2 Channel & Dolby-Dolby 2 Channel. Connectivity : HDMI Out 1,Optical In 1, HDMI ARC, HDMI CEC, USB Music Playback, Bluetooth 4.2 & One Control. |
Night Mode. Dolby 2 Channel. Voice Enhance Mode Sound Modes : Surround Sound Expension & Standard. Dolby Audio : Captivating audio technology that moves the sound around you. Surround Sound Expansion : Expands the optimal sound field to a wider listening zone Connectivity : Optical 1, Bluetooth, USB Music Playback, Bluetooth Power On & One Control. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Top Differences
- Sound Output: 40W vs 20W
- Channels: 40 vs 20