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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

3.11Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Number of Channel 3.1.

5.1.21Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: number of channels 5.1.2.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

41Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Number of Speakers 4. This is the 3 soundbar channels (left, center, right) and the subwoofer.

111Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: number of speakers 11 for the soundbar and subwoofer package. The count is not split by component. Passive radiators, if any, are not stated.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-hw-q800f-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states the system uses 11 speakers.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

31Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Number of Speakers 4 with a center speaker and a wireless subwoofer, so the bar has 3. Samsung does not publish the bar count itself or driver sizes.

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Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

01Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Features text: Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X create the feeling of height through audio processing without the need for up-firing speakers.

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Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

ASamsung HW-B650F

Component	Driver type	Count
Soundbar	Speaker (left, center, right)	3
Subwoofer	Woofer	1

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: center speaker Yes and wireless subwoofer included. The 3.1 layout is left, center and right in the bar plus the subwoofer. No driver sizes are published.

BSamsung HW-Q800F

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Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Wireless Subwoofer Included Yes.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: wireless subwoofer included yes.

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Wireless2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 16: the subwoofer PS-WF75B has its own power cord, and the remote ID SET pairs it. The spec table and features call it wireless.

Wireless1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table names a wireless subwoofer. It also needs its own AC power cable.

Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

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Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

01Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Wireless Rear Speaker Included No.

01Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: wireless rear speaker included no.

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026The soundbar has no detachable end sections. Rear speakers are an optional kit.

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Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

SWA-9250S1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Footnote: Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit (SWA-9250S) sold separately. Optional speakers do not change the reference package.

SWA-9500S2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 7 lists the optional rear speaker SWA-9500S for the Q800F. Optional speakers do not change the reference package.

Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

370W2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 41: Amplifier Max Output Power 120 W for the soundbar and 250 W for the subwoofer PS-WF75B, 370 W in total. The guide calls it max output and gives no distortion level or RMS rating.

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Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

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Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

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Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

No1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Dolby 5.1ch. The page footnote 'Dolby Atmos and DTS:X applies to all 2025 B Series Soundbars' sits under the Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X feature and conflicts with the spec table, the manual and Which?. The Samsung UAE page title also says Dolby Atmos. Not stored as support.4Reviewwhich.co.uk/reviews/sound-bars/samsung-hw-b650fRead 23 October 2026Which? page: no Dolby Atmos. The page also lists no Wi-Fi, no smartphone app and no 3.5 mm input.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table lists Dolby Atmos Music and Dolby Atmos. Wireless Dolby Atmos works over Wi-Fi with 2022-2025 Samsung TVs.

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Supported play formats list DTS and DTS Virtual:X. DTS Virtual:X is virtual processing. DTS:X decoding is not listed.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Output specifications for each sound mode, printed page 7: HW-Q800F accepts Dolby Atmos and DTS:X input and outputs 5.1.2 channels. The display shows DTS:X when active.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-hw-q800f-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review states Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support.

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 41: supported play formats LPCM 2ch, Dolby Audio (supporting Dolby Digital), DTS and DTS Virtual:X. No connection is named. DTS Virtual:X is not stored as a decoded format. Atmos is not listed.

Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, LPCM1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table Dolby list: Atmos Music, Atmos, Dolby 5.1ch, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD. LPCM multichannel. DTS:X is in the user guide. DTS-HD Master Audio is from the review.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-hw-q800f-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review lists Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby 5.1 and DTS-HD Master Audio.

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

ASamsung HW-B650F

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BSamsung HW-Q800F

Connection	Format
Network	Dolby Atmos

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Features text: Dolby Atmos transmission over Wi-Fi from a 2022-2025 Samsung TV. HDMI and optical routes are not itemised by the maker.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, AIFF1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table decoding format: MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, AIFF. USB Music Playback Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 27 file format table: MP3, OGG (Vorbis), AAC, WAV (LPCM), FLAC and AIFF over USB. File systems FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS.

MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table decoding format row. USB music playback is listed as No, so the route is not USB and is not named by the maker.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

192kHz2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026File format table: WAV, FLAC and AIFF 32 kHz to 192 kHz over USB. Bit depth is not published.

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Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

ASamsung HW-B650F

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	HDMI input for an external device
HDMI	1	HDMI TO TV (ARC) output to the TV
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	USB storage music playback, 5 V 0.5 A
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Bottom panel on printed page 9: POWER, DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL), USB (5 V 0.5 A), HDMI (input from an external device) and HDMI TO TV (ARC).

BSamsung HW-Q800F

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	HDMI input for an external device with audio and video passthrough
HDMI	1	HDMI TO TV eARC/ARC video output and audio return input
Optical	1	DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) digital audio input
Other	1	SERVICE port for firmware update through USB
AC power	1	Soundbar AC power input

Source2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Parts and top and bottom panel pages 3 to 5: DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL), SERVICE port for firmware update through USB, HDMI TO TV (eARC/ARC), HDMI or HDMI1/HDMI2 input and the power port. The USB connector type is not named.

HDMI ARC

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: HDMI ARC Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026The bottom port is labelled HDMI TO TV (ARC).

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: HDMI ARC Yes (eARC).

HDMI eARC

No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026The soundbar port is labelled ARC only. The manual says to connect it to the ARC or eARC port of the TV. No eARC feature of the soundbar is described.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: HDMI ARC Yes (eARC).

HDMI-CEC

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: HDMI CEC Yes.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: HDMI CEC Yes.

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: HDMI In 1 and HDMI Out 1, with 4K Video Pass No and HDR No. The manual connects an external device to the HDMI port and the TV to HDMI TO TV (ARC). Video resolution limits are not published, so no passthrough modes are stored.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 9: the HDMI port inputs digital video and audio signals simultaneously. Printed page 26: external device to the HDMI port and the TV to HDMI TO TV (ARC).

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: HDMI In 1, HDMI Out 1 and 4K video pass at 60 Hz.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

ASamsung HW-B650F

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BSamsung HW-Q800F

Width (px)	Height (px)	Refresh rate (Hz)
3840	2160	60

Source2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026UHD signal support specifications, printed page 16, for HW-Q800F at 3840 x 2160: up to 60 fps. 8-bit RGB and YCbCr 4:4:4 work. 10 and 12-bit work only as YCbCr 4:2:2 and 4:2:0. No 120 fps combination is supported. The manual says supported specifications can vary with the external device.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-hw-q800f-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review confirms the HDMI input passes 4K at 60 Hz and not 120 Hz.

HDR passthrough formats

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HDR10+1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table HDR row lists HDR10+. Other HDR formats are not listed.

VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth Yes.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth Yes.

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

4.21Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth Version 4.2.

5.31Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Bluetooth version 5.3.4Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/samsung-hw-q800f-reviewRead 10 October 2026Review confirms Bluetooth 5.3.

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

SBC2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 29: the Soundbar supports SBC data (44.1 kHz, 48 kHz) and the A2DP profile.

SBC2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth section: the soundbar supports SBC data at 44.1 and 48 kHz and needs A2DP. Other codecs are not stated.

Wi-Fi

No1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Wi-Fi No.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Wi-Fi Yes.

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

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Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

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Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

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AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready, AirPlay and Tidal Connect all Yes.

Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

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Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Works with Google Yes, Alexa Yes, Bixby No. The page does not say whether the assistant runs on the bar or an external device.

Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

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Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Top side: a microphone button. SpaceFit Sound Pro analyses the listening space with the soundbar's microphone.

Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

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Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Top side: pressing the Microphone button turns the microphone on or off, with a red LED when it is off. The manual does not say whether the cut is electrical or software.

Companion apps

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SmartThings1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: SmartThings app Yes.

Companion app platforms

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Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table lists Chromecast, AirPlay and Spotify Connect. The user guide describes Group Play for a Samsung TV 2024 or later.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Using Group Play: needs the SmartThings app and a Samsung TV released in 2024 or later on the same 5 GHz Wi-Fi network.

Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Remote Controller Yes (Included in box).

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: one remote control Yes.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Checking the components: a remote control and battery, not available in some regions.

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Standard, Surround Sound Expansion, Bass Boost, Game, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Bass Boost, Surround Sound Expansion, Game, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X, Standard.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 11: Surround Sound, Bass Boost, Game, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X and Standard.

Standard, Surround Sound Expansion, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table sound modes: Surround Sound Expansion, Game Pro, Adaptive Sound, Standard.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: SpaceFit Sound Pro Yes.

Room calibration system

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SpaceFit Sound Pro1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: SpaceFit Sound Pro. The user guide says it analyses the space with the soundbar's microphone.

Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Voice Enhance Mode Yes.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Voice Enhance Mode Yes and Active Voice Amplifier Pro Yes.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Setting the Sound Control: Voice Enhance and AVA (Active Voice Amplifier) Pro.

Night mode

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Night Mode Yes.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Night Mode Yes.2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Setting the Sound Control: Night Mode lowers the volume while keeping dialogue clear.

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Bass, Treble, Woofer level, Center level, 7-band equalizer2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed pages 12 and 13: woofer level, center level, treble and bass (-6 to +6) and a 7-band EQ at 150 Hz, 300 Hz, 600 Hz, 1.2 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 5 kHz and 10 kHz. Rear level appears only with the optional rear kit.

Bass, Treble, 7-band equalizer, Channel level2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remote section: treble and bass levels -6 to +6 in all modes except Standard. A seven-frequency adjustment (150 Hz to 10 kHz, -6 to +6) in Standard. Channel levels for center, side, wide and front top.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

Q-Symphony1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Features: Q-Symphony plays sound through a compatible 2022 to 2025 Samsung TV and the soundbar together. The spec table of the UK page also lists Q-Symphony Yes.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 22: Q-Symphony plays sound through a Samsung TV that supports it and the soundbar. It needs the HDMI or optical cable.

Q-Symphony1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Q-Symphony Yes. It needs a compatible Samsung TV.3Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-debuts-2025-soundbars-new-designs-improved-bass-enhanced-aiRead 10 October 2026Release footnote: Q-Symphony requires a compatible 2020-2025 Samsung TV.

Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

24W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Operating Power Consumption (Main) 24 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 48 W and is excluded. This is an electrical rating and not audio output.

39W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: operating power consumption main 39 W for the soundbar. The subwoofer is listed separately at 26 W. This is an electrical rating and not audio output.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

0.5W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Stand-by Power Consumption (Main) 0.5 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 0.5 W.

0.5W1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: stand-by power consumption main 0.5 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 0.5 W.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

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Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

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Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width860Height59.4Depth75mm(33.9 × 2.3 × 3 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Net Dimension (Main Speaker) 860.0 x 59.4 x 75.0 mm (W x H x D).2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 41: 33.9 x 2.3 x 3.0 inches (860.0 x 59.4 x 75.0 mm) (W x H x D).

Width1,110.7Height60.4Depth120mm(43.7 × 2.4 × 4.7 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: net dimension main speaker 1110.7 x 60.4 x 120.0 mm (W x H x D). This matches the US review in inches.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

2,200g(4.9 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Net Weight (Main Speaker) 2.2 kg.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 41: 4.9 lbs (2.2 kg).

5,100g(11.2 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: net weight main speaker 5.1 kg.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

ASamsung HW-B650F

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	184	343	295	5,000

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Net Dimension (Sub Woofer) 184.0 x 343.0 x 295.0 mm and Net Weight 5 kg.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 41: subwoofer 7.2 x 13.5 x 11.6 inches (184.0 x 343.0 x 295.0 mm), 11.0 lbs (5.0 kg).

BSamsung HW-Q800F

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	249	251.8	249	7,200

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: net dimension subwoofer 249.0 x 251.8 x 249.0 mm and net weight 7.2 kg.

Package dimensions

Width925Height445Depth235mm(36.4 × 17.5 × 9.3 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Gross Dimension One Packing 925.0 x 445.0 x 235.0 mm.

Width1,182Height404Depth291mm(46.5 × 15.9 × 11.5 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: gross dimension one packaging 1182.0 x 404.0 x 291.0 mm. This is the Australian package.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

9,000g(19.8 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Gross Weight (One Packing) 9 kg. The Samsung Australia page gives 10.2 kg for its market.

15,300g(33.7 lb)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: gross weight one packing 15.3 kg. This is the Australian package.

Wall mountable

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026A wall mount bracket is in the box and the manual has an installing the wall mount chapter.2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Contents list: 10 Installing the Wall Mount.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Installing the soundbar on a wall, printed pages 21 to 22.

In the box

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In the box

Soundbar, Subwoofer, Remote control, 2 AAA batteries, 2 power cords, Optical cable, Wall mount guide, 2 wall mount brackets, 2 holder screws, 2 screws (M4 x L10)2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Printed page 7 pictures: soundbar, subwoofer, remote control with batteries (2 AAA), 2 power cords (subwoofer, soundbar), optical cable, wall mount guide, 2 holder screws, 2 screws (M4 x L10) and 2 wall mount brackets.

Soundbar, Subwoofer, Remote control with batteries, Power cables, HDMI cable, Wall-mounting brackets, Holder-screws and screws, Wall-mounting guide, Rubber feet2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Checking the components, printed page 3: soundbar, remote control and battery, subwoofer, two power cables, HDMI cable (Q930F and Q800F), wall-mounting guide, two holder-screws, two screws, two wall-mounting brackets and four rubber feet. The US maker image lists the same in a box list.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Wall Mount Bracket Yes (Included in box).2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Components picture 2 wall mount brackets, a guide, holder screws and screws.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components: two wall-mounting brackets, holder-screws and screws supplied. Wall mount page 21 describes installing the soundbar on a wall.

HDMI cable included

No2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026The manual calls the HDMI cable not supplied.

Yes2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Checking the components lists an HDMI cable for the Q800F.

Optical cable included

Yes2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026The component list pictures an optical cable.

No2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026Optical connection diagram: optical cable sold separately.

General

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Series

B-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Page title: B-series Soundbar HW-B650F 3.1 ch Subwoofer (2025).

Q-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Page title: Q800F Q-Series Wireless Dolby Atmos 5.1.2ch Soundbar.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

HW-B650F/ZC, HW-B650F/XU, HW-B650F/EN1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Canadian SKU HW-B650F/ZC. The Samsung UK page lists HW-B650F/XU and the Samsung Switzerland and Romania pages list HW-B650F/EN. Samsung US does not list a HW-B650F. Its 2025 B-series is the HW-B630F.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-b-series-soundbar-with-subwoofer-black-hw-b650f-xuRead 23 October 2026SKU HW-B650F/XU on the UK page. Its spec table matches the Canadian page: 3.1, 4 speakers, 860.0 x 59.4 x 75.0 mm, 2.2 kg, subwoofer 5.0 kg, Bluetooth 4.2, Wi-Fi No, Q-Symphony Yes.

HW-Q800F/ZA, HW-Q800F/XY1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026The page URL names HW-Q800F/XY for Australia. The ZA model comes from the US maker image paths and the US user guide region list. Both are the same Q800F hardware at 5.1.2 and 11 speakers.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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15 April 20253Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-debuts-2025-soundbars-new-designs-improved-bass-enhanced-aiRead 10 October 2026US release dated 4/15/2025 introduces the 2025 Q-series including the HW-Q800F.

Status

Available1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026The Canadian maker page lists the soundbar for sale and in stock. No discontinued notice.

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PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Samsung HW-Q800H5Reviewrtings.com/soundbar/reviews/samsung/hw-q800hRead 23 October 2026RTINGS calls the HW-Q800H Samsung's 2026 follow-up to the HW-Q800F.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$9993Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-debuts-2025-soundbars-new-designs-improved-bass-enhanced-aiRead 10 October 2026US release gives HW-Q800F MSRP $999. Excludes sales tax. TechRadar reports a $1,099 list price instead. The maker release is used.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

CA, GB, IE, CH, RO, LV1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026CA from this page. GB and IE from the Samsung UK and Ireland pages (HW-B650F/XU). CH, RO and LV from the Samsung pages with SKU HW-B650F/EN.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-b-series-soundbar-with-subwoofer-black-hw-b650f-xuRead 23 October 2026GB from this page. Security update period: at least 5 years from launch, to 31 Dec 2030.

US, AU1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026US from the US press release and the ZA model. AU from this Australian maker page.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Colour Black.

Black1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026Spec table: Colour Black.

Links

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Product page

www.samsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zc1Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-devices/soundbar/b650f-black-hw-b650f-zcRead 23 October 2026

www.samsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xy1Maker product pagesamsung.com/au/audio-devices/soundbar/q800f-black-hw-q800f-xyRead 10 October 2026

Spec sheet

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Manual

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx2Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 23 October 2026Canadian user guide for HW-B650F/ZC, English and French, file HW-B650F_ZC_WUG_00_L02_250220.

downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdf2Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250730064122001/AH81-17797A-02_WUG_HW-Q990F%20Q930F%20Q800F_ZA%20ZC%20ZD%20ZP%20ZX%20LATIN_ENG_250718.0.pdfRead 10 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year4Reviewwhich.co.uk/reviews/sound-bars/samsung-hw-b650fRead 23 October 2026Which? page: manufacturer guarantee 1 year, UK.

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