Samsung HW-C500

105 reviews

Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 105 reviews of Samsung HW-C500. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers are impressed by the size and price. The usability and design also get good feedback, but many are less positive about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung HW-C500 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of Samsung HW-C500 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Comments about the usability and design are generally positive.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

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Amazon.com review summary for Samsung HW-C500

alaTest has collected and analyzed 23 user reviews of Samsung HW-C500 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 2.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Opinions about the price and design are generally positive. There are some critical opinions about the reliability.

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52% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Samsung HW-C500

If you own a Samsung TV and Blu-ray player and want a matching AV receiver, then the HW-C500 might be an appealing option.

Feb, 2012

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Expert review by : Danny Phillips (techradar.com)

Samsung HW-C500 review

Are the Koreans are spreading their AV dominion a little thinly with this budget amp

Stylish, affordable and easy to use ; 3D-ready HDMI v1.4 sockets ; Some flashes of sonic brilliance

No HD audio decoding ; Harsh sound ; No onscreen displays

Oct, 2010

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Samsung HW-C500 review

Samsung isn't known for its AV receivers, but that hasn't stopped the Korean behemoth having a stab with this affordable 5.1-channel effort. It doesn't have the reputation to rival audio luminaries like Onkyo, Yamaha and Denon, but the HW-C500 may...

Stylish, affordable and easy to use; 3D-ready HDMI v1.4 sockets; some flashes of sonic brilliance

No HD audio decoding; harsh sound; no onscreen displays

Mar, 2012

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

A Good receiver

I can't emphasize how much better this receiver is than some of the other electronics out there in terms of looks. I simply appreciate that there are no loud bright LEDs. The sound balance is pretty good, but I would appreciate better control (aside...

Good sound, gets loud and pumps plenty of lower level sound. Attractive cabinet that does not distract from the TV sitting above it. Remote matches my Samsung TV remote. Anynet feature works well with my TV. Support for firmware updates is nice ; The...

Settings menu can be somewhat cryptic. Took me a few seconds to figure out how to change HDMI sources. Turns out I didn't have to (because the receiver will realize where the signal is coming from), but the manual didn't tell me that. Doesn't have A/B...

Feb, 2011

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Sleek and well performing Receiver

Main reason I went for this was because my contemporary media console cannot fit any component taller than a 6". And comparing the few amps that are 6" and less this one was the best and packed with the most features. The combo pack that newegg has...

Ipod dock inluded ; 3D ready ; Unbeatable price ; Small form factor ; Plenty of HDMI inputs ; Packs quite a punch for a digital amplifier ; No issues with over-heating even when driven at high volume for long periods of time ; Sleekest looking amp I...

Ipod control is lacking, no playlist support ; iPod video not through HDMI so have to connect another composite cable to the TV ; No upscaling ; Have to keep the volume level high to get the same feel as my older JVC amp ; Can't get my harmony 550...

Jul, 2010

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