Samsung HW-Q800H Review
A polished bar-and-sub performer with strong bass and dynamics, but a less enveloping cinema presentation than full surround packages.
At a Glance
The Q800H is a compact premium option built around clear speech, substantial bass and strong dynamics. It is easier to place than a full surround kit, but the lack of included rear speakers puts a ceiling on rear and overhead immersion.
Samsung HW-Q800H Specifications
The Samsung HW-Q800H is a 5.1.2-channel soundbar system with 11 speakers, a wireless subwoofer, Dolby Atmos, eARC, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3.
Audio & Channels
| Channel Configuration | 5.1.2 |
| Speakers | 11 speakers |
Audio Formats
| Supported Formats | Dolby Atmos; Dolby 5.1; Dolby Digital Plus; Dolby TrueHD; LPCM multichannel; MP3; AAC; OGG; FLAC; WAV; ALAC; AIFF |
Included Components
- Main soundbar
- Wireless subwoofer
Sound Features
- Wireless Dolby Atmos
- Q-Symphony
- SpaceFit Sound Pro
- Voice Enhance Mode
- Night Mode
- Active Voice Amplifier Pro
- Adaptive Sound
- Game Pro
Connectivity
| HDMI Inputs | 1 HDMI input |
| HDMI eARC/ARC | 1 HDMI output with eARC |
| Optical Input | 1 optical digital audio input |
| USB | No USB music playback |
Wireless & Streaming
| Wi-Fi | Supported |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| AirPlay | Supported |
| Chromecast / Google Cast | Supported |
| Streaming Services | Spotify Connect; Tidal Connect; Roon Ready |
| Multiroom | Samsung SmartThings |
Video Pass-through
| Max Pass-through | 4K/60 Hz |
| HDR Formats | HDR10+ |
| Gaming Features | Game Pro sound mode; HDMI-CEC |
Controls & Smart Features
| Voice Assistants | Alexa built-in; works with Google Home; Bixby supported |
| App | Samsung SmartThings app |
| Remote | Remote controller included; Samsung One Remote / HDMI-CEC control supported |
Dimensions & Weight
| Soundbar Dimensions | 43.7 x 2.4 x 4.7 in (1110.7 x 60.4 x 120.0 mm) |
| Soundbar Weight | 11.2 lb (5.1 kg) |
| Subwoofer Dimensions | 9.8 x 9.9 x 9.8 in (249 x 252 x 249 mm) |
| Subwoofer Weight | 15.9 lb (7.2 kg) |
| Rear Speaker Dimensions | Not included |
| Wall Mount | Wall-mount bracket included |
Power
| Power Consumption | Main unit 39 W operating / 0.5 W standby; subwoofer 26 W operating / 0.5 W standby |
In the Box
- Remote controller
- Wall-mount bracket
Warranty & Support
| Support | Samsung US product support, manuals, downloads, troubleshooting, repair services and chat/text support |
Summary
The reviewed US configuration includes the main soundbar and wireless subwoofer. It supports 4K/60 Hz video pass-through and network streaming with SmartThings control.
Should You Buy the Samsung HW-Q800H?
The Samsung HW-Q800H ranks #7 of 10 in our Best Soundbars with Subwoofers ranking, with a CORE score of 85/100. It is strongest on reliability & support and setup & everyday use, where it ranks 1st and 3rd of 10.
Buy it if
- You need a capable premium bar-and-sub system without rear speakers.
- You want strong reliability & support: it ranks 1st of 10 on this measure.
- You want strong setup & everyday use: it ranks 3rd of 10 on this measure.
Skip it if
- Surround & Dolby Atmos is your top priority. The Samsung HW-Q990F scores 96 there, against 75 for the Samsung HW-Q800H.
How the Samsung HW-Q800H Scored
CORE scores every model in this category on the factors below, listed from most to least important for soundbars with subwoofers. The rank shows where the Samsung HW-Q800H places among the 10 models in our Best Soundbars with Subwoofers ranking.
Technical Assessment
Performance
Bass, dialogue and dynamics test well, while automatic room tuning helps consistency across rooms. The absence of dedicated rear speakers and limited height architecture cap its immersive performance, and missing DTS support matters more for physical-media users than streaming-only households.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Balanced sound with strong low-frequency extension
- Good room correction and everyday dialogue clarity
- Strong dynamics from a compact bar-and-sub package
- Modern HDMI passthrough for gaming setups
Cons
- No included rear satellites
- Atmos height and rear-channel envelopment are limited
- No DTS support reduces format flexibility
What Reviewers and Owners Say
- Controlled testing found balanced sound, strong low-frequency extension, room correction and good dynamics; the absence of rear satellites limits Atmos envelopment.
Owners rate the Samsung HW-Q800H 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 20 ratings at a major US retailer.
Samsung HW-Q800H Alternatives
Samsung HW-Q990F
Choose it for stronger surround & Dolby Atmos: it scores 96 there, against 75 for the Samsung HW-Q800H. Expect to pay more.
Sony BRAVIA Theatre System 6
Choose it for stronger surround & Dolby Atmos: it scores 86 there, against 75 for the Samsung HW-Q800H. It is also a lower-priced option.
JBL Bar 1000MK2
Choose it for stronger value & total cost: it scores 90 there, against 87 for the Samsung HW-Q800H.
How We Evaluate
Last updated October 3, 2026.