Samsung HW-Q800C review: Better Than The HW-Q800B Soundbar?
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- The Samsung HW-Q800C is a 360W 5.1.2-channel soundbar that features 11 audio drivers and wireless Dolby Atmos. Find out how it performs by watching the review!
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Video timestamps:
Price & design: 00:00
Controls & app: 01:10
Connectivity: 02:34
Sound demo: 04:53
Driver configuration: 06:22
Bass: 07:51
Treble: 09:14
Dolby Atmos demo: 10:10
Soundstage: 12:05
Verdict: 13:02
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Video timestamps:
Price & design: 00:00
Controls & app: 01:10
Connectivity: 02:34
Sound demo: 04:53
Driver configuration: 06:22
Bass: 07:51
Treble: 09:14
Dolby Atmos demo: 10:10
Soundstage: 12:05
Verdict: 13:02
I purchased this soundbar today. Thank you for the review!
Pleasure, glad you found the review useful!
how do you like it? hows music?
Quite an impressive wee unit you've reviewed there bud. Especially with the wireless sub. Very cool set up. Cheers!
Cheers bud!
I just bought one, looking forward to testing it out!
Thanks for this vid, the only one great review on the You Tube for this soundbar right now. Just ordered one. Can't wait to test it) And what do you think about wireless rear speakers ? Then I think it would be a more real Dolby Atmos experience. 7.1.2.
7.1.4 actually since the rear speakers also has top speakers.
Glad you liked it!
I can't comment about them as I've not tested them with this particular soundbar, but from prior experience it's a good addition for that extra soundstage, which is particularly impressive with Atmos content. You will indeed get 7.1.4 as mentioned by the other person, as the speakers have two drivers per side.
So did u test it? How's the bass? Is it strong?
Thx to you review. I just got mine during Boxing Day sale and student discount promotion for 270 pounds in Australia. I think the price was just too good to pass.
Happy days!
Nice and well-organized review. Thank you for that. Beside that, I have 4K Sony TV which was from 2017 (KD XE8505). I am trying to purchase an optimum, i.e. price/budget soundbar, equipment and I am in between Q700C vs Q800C vs Denon S517. Since I do not have Samsung TV, is it worth to buy these Q series since Q symphony and space fit features will not work in another brand. Morover do you have any other alternatives within these considered budget limits?
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
Yes would still suggest the Q series products even if you don't have a modern Samsung TV. I'd also suggest investing in the 800c - superior over the others
I have this soundbar. Very powerful and crisp sound
Thanks for sharing!
Got one of these for $575 (Australian) which was a steal. Only $10 more than the JBL 500. Very happy with it - especially when I moved the Sub next the the couch I was sitting on instead of next to the soundbar in front of me.
Happy days!
I am thinking about getting one (just under $600 AUD sale), have you had any software issues because I have seen a couple people raise the issue and I am trying to figure out if it is an isolated issue or not.
how. where. JB only priced matched
@tld8102 Betta have it for $575 AUDbut sale ends 3/1/24, so I'm not sure if it's still on as we speak.
I ordered mine last night
@@tld8102 Goodguys. they price matched Betta who had a sale
Hi.. comparion with q900a.?
Hi Chris, thanks for your great review on this Samsung Q800C. However, I do hear other people commenting that this soundbar isn't great in listening to music. Is it true? By the way, I'm choosing between this Q800C and the Denon DHT-S517. May I know which one should I go for? My usage of it would be 60% time on music and 40% on movie.
Don't know where you read that tbh, but it's great for music. I'd easily pick it over the Denon - glad you liked the review!
Another great review. I am now torn between this and the Harman Kardon 1100…..what do you reckon? The Samsung comes in about £50 cheaper
Thanks! For pure audio quality, I'd pick the HK on its own, for an overall system I'd pick the Samsung. Assuming you are comparing HK bar (no sub) Vs Q800C system?
@@TotallydubbedHD The Harmon will come with the sub s
@@paulmills79 then I'd pick the HK.
Is the Samsung HW-800C a good fit for the 55" LG C3 as I am getting that TV later this week and want a good soundbar to go with it. However, the stand only allows for 2.75" of clearance before a soundbar would start to obstruct the picture. Also, I understand the HDM passthrough would not work with a PS5 or Xbox Series X due to not being 2.1 but I assume it would be fine for a Panasonic UB820 4K BD player so I can use Dolby Atmos from 4K discs?
Yes to all questions! Fit wise though, double check with the dimensions
Hi Chris, I'm choosing between this Samsung and the Sonos Beam gen 2. Which of these variants is better in terms of sound?
I'd pick the Samsung.
Why is that? From what I see I seems like Sonos is top of the line?
@@ericpalahniuk6013the arc is yes, not beam. Beam are low end, this is mid range. The Sonos arc would be better than this but certainly not the beam
Very nice review. Thanks.
What do you think of the 750C on sale now at Best buy in the US for $450 ?
Thanks! Not tried the other, so can't comment.
Bought this on sale on Woot in the US for $467 before taxes......great deal
Bro. I have this soundbar. Conect rear speaker this?
Hey there, quick question. What do you mean by it does not support 4k120 or VRR? I am a bit confused by that bit.
Suggest a Google!
thank you. can get a new one for $407, should I pull the preverbal trigger?
Sure
Is Dolby Atmos wireless functionality exclusive to newer Samsung TVs?
Yup, check the disclaimer on the screenshot provided
What do you prefer for movies? Adaptive or surround mode?
Adaptive!
What exactly does it mean that it doesn’t feed through 4k 120hrz? I mainly use my series x and have an awesome tv, will the speaker bring it all down?
You can't plug your Xbox into the soundbar for that Res+refresh rate. You can of course plug your console directly into your TV without issues (if of course it has HDMI 2.1)
Is there any way to specifically increase the bass to make it better?
Other than the EQ, no
How does this soundbar perform when playing music from an iPhone through AirPlay or Spotify Connect? Additionally, do the up-firing speakers produce sound, or do they only function with Dolby Atmos content?
Not sure as I don't own an iPhone. But the upward firing speakers will work outside of Atmos content, when you're using the Adaptive sound mode.
@@TotallydubbedHD Thank you for the prompt response! Would you recommend it over a solo rear speaker like the Sonos Era 300 or Sonos Five, especially considering they are priced similarly in Spain?
@@MiguelRamirez-me2xz yup I would recommend it over the Sonos products.
@@TotallydubbedHD Even for listening to music played from your smartphone, whether through AirPlay or Spotify Connect?
@@MiguelRamirez-me2xz audio quality wise, yes.
Hi! Do you think that Q800C is better than Sonos beam 2?
Yes
Nice video.
Kindly help how to calibrate this soundbar
Thanks, but the settings are shared in the video.
Hi! Which your choice ? This Q800c or sennheiser ambeo Mini ?
The Samsung for me.
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks for your help :)
@@patrikszepesi2204 np
Hi, can you tell me if I need to turn on spacefit sound, mostly I watch only movies? I just don't really hear the difference.
I'd suggest adaptive mode
@@TotallydubbedHDspacefit on or off?
@@baratum32 have you watched the video?
Thanks for the video. I'll have a question. I bought a Samsung Q800 c model soundbar, but even if I use it or not, when it is plugged in, the bottom of the middle part warms up. Is the temperature here normal or does this happen in different model soundbars? Thank you
Could be because it's connected to WiFi? Think that's normal, but can't be 100% sure.
@@TotallydubbedHD thx for your answer. I connected to bluetooth. Not with hdmi arc
@@vinniepaz3961 would avoid Bluetooth for audio quality, and it could be the wireless chip heating up
My Q700C stays warm as well and was wondering the same. I do have it hooked up to WiFi, that’s probably it. Doesn’t seem to be a problem as the bar is working brilliantly
Hi I am between this sound bar and the jbl 9.1 channel soundbar which do you like more since I know you have reviewed both
The JBL Bar 9.1 would be my pick; although the Samsung is still an excellent choice.
@@TotallydubbedHD awesome thank you for the quick reply
@@alexanderdavis2130 np, if you're going via Amazon, links in the description give me commission :)
@@TotallydubbedHD IMHO, JBL 9.1 should be compared to the Samsung Q990C - surrounding speakers, comparable price level. Q800C is more budget solution but still super quality for the price. It will be my choice after quick market review and some demo listening in audio store. Great review!
@@marlub agreed, and glad you enjoyed the review!
Thanks for the review. My Sony TV has ARC and not eARC. Can this support Dolby Atmos on it or does it limit to 5.1 only?
Yes you'll get Atmos with ARC.
@@TotallydubbedHD I tried playing Dolby atmos content, but the soundbar display shows only 'TV ARC'. I have set TV to Dolby Digital Plus already. How can I make sure I'm actually getting atmos output?
@@sivagummaluri7805 it should work, unless your TV doesn't support Atmos playback? For example, mine doesn't, so the only way to get Atmos from any soundbar I review, it needs to go via my Blu-ray player (via the HDMI input).
@TotallydubbedHD my TV audio spec reads that it supports Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital. Doesn't directly mention Atmos support.
@@sivagummaluri7805 ah, then in that case your TV, like mine, won't do Atmos natively (ie via apps on it). To get Atmos you'll need to feed the source via the HDMI input of the soundbar - say via a Blu-ray player, which then will send Atmos to the soundbar, and image to the TV.
halo mr. totally according the rtings website the main 1 different between q800b vs q800c is the...........sorund dinamic then q800c has in big and the q800b is in low if you can explain my please what is it mean sourund dinamic and how much the big difference o must to buy the q800c and no q800b
I can't comment about a site that I don't trust with its numbers, further can't comment about other reviewers. Everything is covered in my video - did you watch it?
13:19 / 14:30
Samsung HW-Q800C or JBL Bar 1300/1000 ?
I own a Samsung S90C connected to a 4070Ti (Desktop PC) via HDMI 2.1, operating at 4K 120Hz. Is it not recommended to buy this soundbar for it, since it doesn't support HDMI 2.1? That part was confusing, to say the least.
No, you do not connect the PC to the soundbar, but rather directly to the TV.
That comment about the lack of v2.1 was pretty clear in the review, and mentioned you connecting directly to the soundbar and NOT the TV.
So, you'll be fine to output 4k 120hz if your TV has HDMI 2.1 and your PC too. Make sense?
Hi , can you write me what could be the reason
Silent dialogues in this Soundbar .
Do you have the same problem ?
No idea, shouldn't be an issue.
I mean dynamic scenes. Then when there are action scenes, sometimes you can hear the dialogues poorly.
Good afternoon, please tell me, is it worth overpaying for the hw 800c or is it better to get a cheaper hw q 700c for watching movies mostly?
Overpay? 800c is better than the 700c, just depends if you have the budget.
@@TotallydubbedHDis it 200$ better?? I am getting the 700c for 320$ and 800c for 525$ in India. I am flexible with the budget.
Also can have LG sc9s with surrounds for 530$ total.
So damn confused. Please help.
Thank you in advice my friend .
@@vipinsuriya007 yes, I would invest in the 800c.
@@TotallydubbedHD I am more tilted towards the lg sc9s and rear surrounds combo vs 800c. Any thoughts? I haven’t auditioned any of them either. I don’t have demo soundbars available where I live.
@@vipinsuriya007 I've not tried LG soundbars, as LG only work with paid reviewers. So, that should tell you enough :)
Hello I have a LG C2 and is it better to connect this HW-Q800C soundbar with LG TV or to go and buy LG S75QY as it is the same brand as TV ?
I'd never recommend LG, so yeah would go with the Samsung
@@TotallydubbedHD why is that ? Are they really that bad ?
@@nizamomeragic9129 as LG only work with paid influencers lol
@@TotallydubbedHD I noticed that too, but the thing is will I have more fluency and get most of it using the same brand (TV and soundbar) or the app for samsung soundbar compensate it all ?
@@nizamomeragic9129 shouldn't have any issues. Unless there are specific features, as mentioned in the video (and vice versa if applicable).
would you say the Q800c is a worthy upgrade over the Q600c?
Definitely
1:44 what is name of this application? I can’t find it
Smart Things
is the EQ in the advanced mode?
As covered, only basic.
@@TotallydubbedHD but it's more than treble and bass, you can actually adjust mid range? I saw the video but didn't see the EQ adjustment unless I missed it
@@GadgetsGearCoffee rewatch the app section. You missed it (not sure how...)
Can i use this soundbar with my lg oled tv?
Yes
Excuse my ignorance, whats the difference between this and the q700c ,cheers
this has side firing drivers meaning its 5.1 system and have 40 more watts
Can i connect this soundbar to PS5 .?
hi Chris, do you have comparison to Bose 900 soundbar?
Nope! Bose haven't sent anything for review as seemingly they don't believe in honest reviews of their products :)
ok:) do you think is worth 600 euro for only bar?@@TotallydubbedHD
@@Roonuss what?
is it worth to pay for bose 900 soundbar 600 euro comparing q800c for 400@@TotallydubbedHD
@@Roonuss no idea not tried the Bose, as mentioned!!
Hi mate what is the name of the App on the App Store? I can’t find it.
Smart Things
@@TotallydubbedHD thanks a lot mate
Hi there I’ve just bought this but when I connect via the HDMI ARC mode it doesn’t work. Works fine with optical but doesn’t connect via HDMI and I’ve checked the HDMI cable isn’t faulty. Do I I need a specific HDMI cable? Please help.
No you don't need a specific cable. That to me sounds like you've not configured your TV to output audio to HDMI correctly. Have to checked your settings? Usually it's plug and play but solve TVs might just need settings changed.
@@TotallydubbedHD thanks a lot mate you were right it actually was the HDMI cable, so I’m all good now. Just another quick question would you say HDMI is better than Optical?
@@vijant1395 absolutely, use HDMI. And no worries, glad I could help; don't forget to drop a like!
@@TotallydubbedHD all done mate. Cheers
@@vijant1395 thanks bud!
SAMSUNG Q800C or the BOSE SMART SOUNDBAR 600 with the MODULE 500?
Samsung.
Thankyou.
Does it work with LG TV?
Yes
help me to pick between JBL bar 500 or HW Q800C bro ?
Get the Samsung.
@@TotallydubbedHD is it better quality ?
@@TotallydubbedHD is it better sound quality ?
is better samsung HW Q800c ?
@@Albert-ex8eu watch my reviews.
What this price
Which is better Sony A5000 vs samsung q800 c
I'd never recommend a Sony soundbar product.
I bought this 2 months ago for 330€ on sale.
For that price I think this soundbar is a absolute steal
You should also have run over the Virtual mode, which really gives some depth in Atmos content.
Virtual mode screws up a lot of the mid-range reproduction. Glad you're enjoying it though.
Do I have to put the woofer on the right side? where does the sound direction go? front? right? thanks ( sorry for my english)
@@alaleab5439 you're fine with both tbh, I just have it on the right as it works better with my setup
@@alaleab5439A subwoofer is omnidirectional. Which means that sounds go everywhere. I've put the woofer on the left of the soundbar, seeing from the viewing point. The woofer is facing the wall with 1 inch space
That gives a good deep sound because the sound waves bounces off the wall really quickly, so you get "double" sound level. Try it out and here the difference
but if you put it on the left you are stopping the sound direction aren¨t you? blocking it with the furniture.... thanks for answering me@@TotallydubbedHD
Lg S75Q or samsung Q800C which i must buy. İ will use on lg tv for music and movies
I can recommend the Samsung, as per the video.
Incredible power and sound, tremendous subwoofer, the whole house shakes by putting the volume at 1/4 of the power.
It is a pleasure to watch movies with it and not with the mediocre standard speakers that SmartTVs come with installed.
But... it's not surround sound. Not at least as Samsung advertises.
The Q800C has 2 speakers that emit sound towards the ceiling so that it bounces and the effect of the sound coming from that direction is felt.
I have tested the extensive catalog of movies with Dolby Atmos on Disney+ and at no time have I perceived that effect by trying the different configuration and equalization modes of the sound bar. I have updated to the latest Firmware without success.
Yes, you can feel how the objects move from one side to the other (left / right) but the sound always comes from in front of the viewer. You will not hear anything coming from the sides or from above as Samsung sells in its advertising.
I'd like to say that I have not bought the rear complementary speakers because I do not have space at home for them, something that Samsung at no time warns that they are necessary for the effect of the upfiring speakers.
The Q-Symphony effect that they also promote is not noticeable either.
To resume, a very good sound bar but as it comes in the box you will not find surround sound and you will need to spend a few hundred euros more on the 2 rear speakers.
I bought it on BlackFriday for €424, which with the refund of the €100 offer from Samsung, ended up at €324.
That's a great price! As for the surround, it's not going to compete with more expensive bars, however, it still does pretty well, especially in the Adaptive mode.
Could it be due to your room's acoustics or setup? I have found that to be pivotal in the Atmos reproduction.
@@TotallydubbedHD
Thanks for your answer!
Well, my room doesn't have any special features different from standard living rooms.
The sofa is placed 2 meters in front of the bar, the distance from floor to ceiling is 2.6 meters. The ceiling is completely flat, there is no element on it that could distort the sound experience. There is a wall with some books selves 2m to the right of the bar and no wall to the left of it.
I've read some other reviews on Reddit about this bar and users have the same impression as me. Very good bar, but the sound always comes in from the front of the of spectators.
I think Samsung would have to reconsider the way they promote their products in order to fit the real users experience.
@@bender2554 ah that's fine; yeah I'm the same, don't have any special setup, but have noticed that at times if it's not setup correctly, you won't get that bouncing audio from the ceiling effect.
Is this better than Q800B ?
C's are a newer and better versions
This one or the KLIPSCH 600 cinima for bass?
Not tried the other, so can't comment
@@TotallydubbedHDoké ! But do you now what the response time is from the subwoofer ? Because the KLIPSCH is about 20 hertz
You need to get Samsung to give you a NEW TV! ;)
Funnily enough, after asking for quite some time, they have! Very thankful for it, in the next soundbar review you'll see a new TV, which means I'll finally be able to test all the features :)
Bought q800b arriving in 4 days is this better than q800b?
Did you watch the video?
@@TotallydubbedHD yes i did
Confused between JBL bar 500 and this one for my Sony 65 inch tv. I hear 60% music and 40% movies.
I'd pick the Samsung
How can u give the q700c and q800c both the best buy award? Kinda strange
Different price points and times when reviewed, both relevant.
I cant for the life of me connect the soundbar to WIFI..? Any suggestions
Have you read the manual? If nothing works, do a reset.
@@TotallydubbedHD Yes, my phone finds the Soundbar and goes trough the steps, but fails on the Registering step... When you say reset..? Unplug everything?
I have the Samsung S95C 77 inch
@@davejordan5630 full reset, check online or via the manual how to perform it. From memory, plus she minus buttons pressed for 8s until INT appears on the bar.
@@TotallydubbedHD Got it, I unplugged Soundbar, Woofer, Internet and deleted and re-installed App. Finally connected, thxs!
Why adaptive sounds soo bad on q800c? Im the only one that notice that?
Not had an issue on these generation models
Bought for 420 euros in Slovakia
Happy days!
Finally, I also bought Sva9500 rear speakers. I'm curious. I want a better surround experience.
@@norfeus enjoy!
How do you like it? Hows music as im thinking getting this more for music. thanks
@@antoniocavalli5474 for music is not the best to be honest.
Can I use it for karaoke?
Erm, I guess?
Anyone who thinks this system puts out 300W is sadly mistaken. It is rated at 39W consumption.
It's not a 39W system lol
Omg audio consumption not mean power
Lol
Yep it's called max wattage vs RMS....most places advertise the max wattage as it's always a higher # but is deceptive advertising!
Is this soundbar is compatible with Sony x90l tv?
Yes, any.