Samsung HW Q800T Review
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Producing deep extended low bass and boasting music enhancement features, the Samsung HW-Q800T is a good soundbar for music, movies, and TV shows. However, it has subpar surround and Atmos performance, and it’s not the best device for truly immersive movie content.
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our Verdict
Top product testers were delighted with the equalizer and balanced sound profile of the Samsung HW-Q800T, endorsing it for music, movies, TV shows. Editors from Digital Trends were delighted by its neutral sound profile and a dedicated subwoofer that produces thumping bass, bringing out the best in movies and music.
Critics at What Hifi love this system’s huge selection of wired and wireless connectivity options. Although it supports Dolby Atmos, the performance of its height channels and surround content is disappointing, and reviewers noticed a narrow 3D soundstage that will not please seasoned movie buffs. However, the system has decent audio latency over most ports. And it has built-in Alexa and a mobile app for hassle-free control.
The center channel produces crispy voices, making it a good option for TV shows. However, if you need a more advanced 9.1.2 soundbar, check out our Samsung HW-Q900A review now.
Reasons to Buy
- Incredibly deep extended low-bass is good for music and movies
- Built-in Alexa and the companion app
- Graphic Equalizer and presets enable controlling the sound profile
- Dedicated center channel produces crisp dialogue during TV shows
- Natural well-balanced sound profile is excellent for all music genres
- Speaker gets loud enough to entertain
Reasons to Avoid
- Lacks and room correction feature
- Disappointing surround sound and Dolby Atmos performance
- Doesn't have an auto volume
Specifications
- Adjustable Weightna
- Bluetooth EnabledYes
- Depth4.5
- Energy Star CertifiedYes
- Height2.4
- SubwooferYes
- Surround Sound SupportedDolby
- Voice AssistantAmazon Alexa
- Weight36.6
- Width4.5
- Wireless ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-Fi
- Wireless Subwoofer Connectivity–
Overview
The Samsung HW-Q800T is a mid-range 3.1.2 channel soundbar released back in 2020, touting built-in Alexa and Dolby Atmos for movie buffs. Although it uses Samsung’s Acoustic Beam technology, the surround and Dolby performance are not very immersive, so this model is not the ideal option for 3D movie and gaming content.
You can find more immersive soundbars on our list of top speakers today. The Q800T has a huge range of connectivity options that include a shared HDMI ARC+out, optical port, and full HDMI in. It also connects wirelessly via both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and boast decent latency over the RCA and optical ports With a top 95.2 dB SPL, this soundbar is remarkably loud.
Music lovers will love its graphic equalizer and presets for fine-tuning settings. A wireless subwoofer produces heavy rumbling low bass, enhancing the audio of music and movies. Continue reading this review and see how the Samsung HW-Q800T compares to the best-rated soundbars on the market today.
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Product Comparison
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| Market Context | – | With a 5.1.2 configuration, the Samsung HW-Q800B has a much more immersive Dolby Atmos and surround soundstage, making it a better option for movie lovers than the Samsung HW-Q800T, which has a 3.1.2 setup. Learn more about the more advanced speaker in our Samsung HW-Q800B review today. | With a better-balanced sound profile out of the box, the Samsung HW-Q800T is better for music enthusiasts than the Samsung HW-Q850A. That said, the Samsung HW-Q850A is a 5.1.2 soundbar, producing a wider surround and Atmos soundstage than the 3.1.2 Samsung HW-Q800T. It also has built-in Apple Airplay, unlike the Samsung HW-Q800T. Check out our Samsung HW-Q850A review to learn more about the 5.1.2 soundbar. | With a graphic equalizer, the Samsung HW-Q800T is easier to customize than the Polk Audio magniFi Max SR, which lacks such customization options. The Samsung device also supports Dolby Atmos and has a built-in voice assistant, unlike the Polk Audio speaker. That said, the Polk Audio device produces a more engaging surround performance. |
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Expert Score Breakdown
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ATrust Score
78The Samsung HW-Q800T soundbar is a versatile 3.1.2 setup that is very good for mixed… read more- D
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90This mid-range soundbar delivers Dolby Atmos/DTS:X content with panoramic gusto thanks to Acoustic Beam tech,… read more - D
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80“The Q800T delivers great sound, smart home connectivity, and tons of convenience.” read more - F
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90The Samsung HW-Q800T is undeniably an accomplished soundbar, delivering the kind of sonic performance that… read more
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