Samsung HW-Q800T 3.1.2-Channel Soundbar w/ Wireless Subwoofer

MSRP 900 USD84% External
Keywords: alexadolby-atmosdtssamsungsoundbarsubwooferwirelesswireless-subwoofer

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Product Overview

HW-Q800T is a 3.1.2-channel soundbar in Samsung's 2020 premium Q-series lineup. It features eight drivers and supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X digital audio processing for a virtual surround experience.
Like other Q-series soundbars, the HW-Q800T activates Q-symphony to play surround sound from both the TV and the soundbar, further improving the listening experience, when paired with Samsung's 2020 QLED TVs.
Owners can purchase compatible rear surround speakers (SWA-9000S) at a later date to obtain the 12-driver, 5.1.4-channel experience.

Ratings

What we found**

Pros
  • Excellent sound quality with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support
  • Amazon Alexa built-in
Cons
  • Nothing in particular

What external reviewers found***

External score 84% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Excellent sound
  • Impressive all-round performance
  • Dolby Atmos and HDR10+ support
  • Easy setup
  • Dolby Atmos support
  • Built-in Alexa and Google Assistant
Cons
  • No Dolby Vision
  • No Chromecast or Apple AirPlay support
  • No rear speakers
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Specifications

Connectivity

Ports
[Input] 1x HDMI | [Output] 1x HDMI + 1x Optical
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth, WiFi

Construction

Colors
Black
Drivers
8x drivers
Form Factor
Soundbar with wireless subwoofer

Dimensions

Size | Depth
4.5 inch
Size | Height
2.4 inch
Size | Width
38.6 inch
Weight
7.9 lbs

Function

Audio
Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS Digital Surround
Channels
3.1.2 channels
Voice Assistance
Alexa Built-in

Performance

Power Consumption
28W (main) + 28W (sub)
Power Output
330 W

Production

Accessory
Wireless Rear Speakers: SWA-9000S
Debut
2020

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3rd-Party Review Videos

External Reviews

digitaltrends[1]

Reviewer score 81%
Reviewers from digitaltrends have found the following***:
At $750, the Q800T isn't cheap, especially when you consider the lack of surround speakers. The subwoofer nearly stole the show, producing some of the best low end I've heard from a soundbar woofer this year. Music playback was also solid, thanks in part to the soundbar's support for a wide variety of formats.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Excellent sound
  • Dolby Atmos support
  • Easy setup
Cons
  • No rear speakers
  • No Dolby Vision

trustedreviews[2]

Reviewer score 87%
Reviewers from trustedreviews have found the following***:
The Samsung HW-Q800T uses Samsung’s Acoustic Beam 2.0 to create the overhead channels. The wide-range tweeters in the front-firing speakers also add width to the the overall presentation, creating an expansive soundstage. The well-integrated subwoofer also lays down a solid foundation of bass that supports the system with improved weight and dynamism.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Impressive all-round performance
  • Dolby Atmos and HDR10+ support
  • Built-in Alexa and Google Assistant
Cons
  • No Chromecast or Apple AirPlay support

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References

  1. ^ Samsung HW-Q800T review: Alexa, can you say wow?. [digitaltrends]. https://www.digitaltrends.com/sound-bar-reviews/samsung-hwq800t-review/. 2020-09-04. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
  2. ^ Samsung HW-Q800T Review. [trustedreviews]. https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/samsung-hw-q800t. Retrieved 2021-03-22.

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