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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.

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.

3.1.22Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Audio: number of channels 3.1.2ch.

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.

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.

104Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Number of Speakers 10 on the Samsung Australia retailer sheet for HW-S800D/XY. The Samsung UK and Canada pages give the same value.

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.

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97Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/soundbars/samsung-hw-s800d-reviewRead 20 October 2026Review dated 2024-05-21: nine drivers in the soundbar. With Samsung's 10 speakers in total, one woofer remains for the subwoofer. Speakerdecision lists eight in the bar. Samsung publishes no driver breakdown.

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.

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27Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/soundbars/samsung-hw-s800d-reviewRead 20 October 2026The review describes three forward-firing speakers (left, right, centre) and a pair of up-firing speakers. Samsung lists Up-firing Speaker Yes without a count.

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-Q800F

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BSamsung HW-S800D

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	165

Source7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/soundbars/samsung-hw-s800d-reviewRead 20 October 2026The subwoofer has a 6.5 in woofer and an 8 in passive radiator. The bar driver types and sizes are not published.

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

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 20264Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Wireless Subwoofer Included Yes.

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

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.

Wireless5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026The subwoofer connects automatically to the soundbar. Only an AC power cord goes to the subwoofer. The maximum wireless distance is about 10 m.

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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165mm7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/soundbars/samsung-hw-s800d-reviewRead 20 October 20266.5 in woofer. The Danish retailer gives 16.5 cm. The passive radiator is not counted.8Retailer pageshop.eltelnetworks.dk/samsung-hw-s800d-black-titanium/cat-p/c/p1006469422/l_enRead 20 October 2026Wireless subwoofer 16.5 cm (6.5 in).

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

04Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Wireless 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.

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No4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Wireless Rear Speaker Included No, Multi Position Rear Speaker No. The soundbar is one piece.

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-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.

SWA-9500S2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Wireless surround sound-ready: compatible with SWA-9500S. The user guide says SWA-9500S for HW-S80*D.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Samsung Wireless Rear Speaker Kit, sold separately: SWA-9500S for HW-S80*D. With it the output of the sound modes goes to 5.1.4.

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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330W6Reviewtechlicious.com/review/samsung-hw-s800d-ultra-slim-soundbar-reviewRead 20 October 2026In total it delivers 330 W, with 200 W in the subwoofer and 110 W from the soundbar. Samsung does not publish a power rating. A Danish retailer lists 330 W RMS and a North American distributor lists 130 W for the bar and 200 W for the subwoofer, which also total 330 W. One aggregator lists 100 W RMS for the UK model and is not used. The rating conditions are not stated.8Retailer pageshop.eltelnetworks.dk/samsung-hw-s800d-black-titanium/cat-p/c/p1006469422/l_enRead 20 October 2026Danish retailer listing for HW-S800D/XN: output power (RMS) 330 W. The same listing has errors in other rows, such as two HDMI ports and an optical input, which Samsung's sheets contradict. Only the power figure is used, because the Techlicious review gives the same total.

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.

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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.

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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026

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

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.

No2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026The audio list names DTS Virtual:X and no DTS:X decoding. Expert Reviews states that DTS:X is not supported. A Danish retailer lists DTS:X as a decoder, and the Samsung Australia sheet text mentions DTS:X audio content in a footnote. Neither is used.7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/soundbars/samsung-hw-s800d-reviewRead 20 October 2026The review lists no DTS:X support as a con and says the bar supports DTS Virtual:X instead.

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 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.

Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos Music, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, LPCM2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Audio list: Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, LPCM. Dolby Digital comes from the Dolby 5.1ch entry on the Samsung Canada and UK pages, and Dolby Atmos Music from the Australian sheet. DTS Virtual:X is a sound mode and is not a decoder.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Dolby: ATMOS Music, ATMOS, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD. The Canada and UK pages add Dolby 5.1ch. LPCM Multi channel.

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-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.

BSamsung HW-S800D

Connection	Format
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos
Network	Dolby Atmos

Source5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Connecting to a TV that supports Dolby Atmos: Dolby Atmos is supported in TV ARC or Wi-Fi mode. The TV ARC mode LED covers ARC and eARC. Wi-Fi mode works with Samsung TVs only. Channel counts are not stated.

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

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.

MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026AV decoding: MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF. The playback route is not stated. The Australian sheet says USB Music Playback No.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Decoding Format: MP3, AAC, OGG, FLAC, WAV, ALAC, AIFF. USB Music Playback No, so the playback route is not stated.

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.

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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-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.

BSamsung HW-S800D

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	HDMI (eARC) output to the TV, micro HDMI connector
Micro USB	1	SERVICE port for software updates from USB storage, with a micro USB to USB adapter cable that is not supplied
DC power	1	DC 19 V input from the external AC/DC adapter

Source5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Rear panel: SERVICE, HDMI (eARC) and DC 19V. The HDMI cable shown is an HDMI to micro HDMI cable. The update section names a micro USB to USB adapter cable, not supplied, for the SERVICE port.

HDMI ARC

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI ARC.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI (eARC) port of the soundbar and to the HDMI IN (ARC) or (eARC) port of the TV.

HDMI eARC

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

Yes4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026HDMI ARC Yes(eARC), HDMI Out 1.

HDMI-CEC

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI CEC.

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/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.

No4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026HDMI In No, 4K Video Pass No.

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-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.

BSamsung HW-S800D

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HDR passthrough formats

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.

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth and Bluetooth Power On.

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

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.

5.24Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth Version 5.2. The same value is on the Samsung UK and Canada pages.

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

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.

SBC5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Notes on Bluetooth connection: the Soundbar supports SBC data (44.1 kHz, 48 kHz) and needs a device with A2DP.

Wi-Fi

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

Yes4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Wi-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.

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.

AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Connectivity: AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, TIDAL (Hi-Fi) Connect. Chromecast is Google Cast. Roon Tested is not a protocol and is not stored.

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

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.

Amazon Alexa2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Smart integration: built-in Alexa. The Australian, UK and Canadian pages also list Works with Google, and Bixby differs by region, so only Alexa is stored for the US model.

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

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.

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026SpaceFit Sound analyzes 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.

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.

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Top panel: the Mic On/Off button turns the microphone on or off and the LED lights red when it is off. The guide does not say if the button cuts the microphone electrically.

Companion apps

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

SmartThings5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Connecting via Wi-Fi: the SmartThings app is required.

Companion app platforms

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Android, iOS9Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartthingsRead 20 October 2026Samsung SmartThings page: The SmartThings App is available on Android and iOS devices.

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

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.

Yes5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Using Group Play: add the Soundbar to the SmartThings app and connect at least two audio devices of 2024 or later on the same 5 GHz Wi-Fi network, up to 4 devices. TV sound is not supported.

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

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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Accessories included in box: Remote controller.

Sound processing

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Sound modes

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.

Surround, Game, Standard, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Audio list: Surround sound expansion, Game Mode Pro, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X. The user guide lists Standard as well.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Sound Modes: Surround Sound expansion, Game Pro, Standard, Adaptive Sound, DTS Virtual:X.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Sound mode button cycles Surround, Game, Standard, Adaptive Sound and DTS Virtual:X.

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.

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

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Key features: SpaceFit Sound Pro analyzes your environment and automatically optimizes the audio.

Room calibration system

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.

SpaceFit Sound Pro2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Key features: SpaceFit Sound Pro. The user guide calls it SpaceFit Sound.

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

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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Audio list: Voice Enhance and Active Voice Amplifier.

Night mode

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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Audio list: Night Mode.

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

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.

Bass, Treble, Woofer level, 7-band EQ5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Woofer level -12 or -6 to +6, Tone control with Treble and Bass -6 to +6, and a hidden 7 Band EQ at 150 Hz, 300 Hz, 600 Hz, 1.2 kHz, 2.5 kHz, 5 kHz and 10 kHz with -6 to +6 each, in Standard mode.

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/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.

Q-Symphony2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Q-Symphony requires a compatible 2020 to 2024 Samsung TV.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Q-Symphony Yes. Compatible with all 2021 to 2024 Samsung TVs per footnote 3 on this sheet. The US sheet says 2020 to 2024.

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.

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.

28W4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Operating Power Consumption (Main) 28 W. The Subwoofer is listed apart at 26 W. The test method is not stated. The UK and Canada pages give the same value.

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

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.

0.5W4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Stand-by Power Consumption (Main) 0.5 W. Networked and non-networked standby are not separated. The subwoofer is listed apart 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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Soundbar: external AC/DC adapter with a detachable power cord, DC 19 V input on the bar. Subwoofer: its own AC power cord. Samsung lists free voltage.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Connecting the power: the subwoofer takes a power cord and the soundbar takes an AC/DC adapter with a power cord into its DC 19V port. The Samsung Australia and UK sheets list Free Voltage Yes.

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.

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.

Width1,160Height38Depth39.9mm(45.7 × 1.5 × 1.6 in)4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Net Dimension (Main Speaker) (WxHxD) 1160.0 x 38.0 x 39.9 mm. The US sheet gives 45.6 x 1.4 x 1.5 in, which matches only as W x H x D.

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

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.

1,400g(3.1 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Weight: soundbar 3.1 lb. The Samsung Australia sheet gives 1.4 kg.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Net Weight (Main Speaker) 1.4 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-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.

BSamsung HW-S800D

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Wireless subwoofer	238	240.8	238	6,400

Source4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Net Dimension (Sub Woofer) (WxHxD) 238.0 x 240.8 x 238.0 mm and Net Weight (Sub Woofer) 6.4 kg. The US sheet gives 9.3 x 9.4 x 9.3 in and 14.1 lb.

Package dimensions

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.

Width1,232Height371Depth294mm(48.5 × 14.6 × 11.6 in)4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Gross Dimension (WxHxD): One Packing 1232.0 x 371.0 x 294.0 mm. The US sheet gives 48.5 x 14.6 x 11.6 in, which matches this size. The Canada page gives 1222 x 359 x 292 mm and the UK page 1232 x 359 x 292 mm for their own packs.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

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.

11,000g(24.3 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Weight: packaging 24.3 lb, which is 11.02 kg. The Samsung Australia sheet gives 11.0 kg.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Gross Weight (One Packing) 11.0 kg.

Wall mountable

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.

Yes4Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.samsung.com/is/content/samsung/assets/au/audio-devices/soundbar-product-specs/S800D_2024_Retailer_Spec_Sheet1.pdfRead 20 October 2026Accessory: Wall Mount Bracket Yes. The footnote says a mounting kit is included for the wall or for mounting under the TV.

In the box

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In the box

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.

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control, AC/DC adapter for the soundbar, Power cords, HDMI to micro HDMI cable, Wall mount guide, Wall mount brackets, Holder screws, Screws (M5 x L55), Screw anchors2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Accessories included in box: soundbar, subwoofer, remote controller, wall mount kit, HDMI cable, power adapter. The parts of the wall mount kit, the power cords and the cable type are from the user guide.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Checking the components: soundbar main unit and subwoofer, remote control (HW-S800D / HW-S801D), AC/DC adapter, power cords for the subwoofer and soundbar, HDMI to micro HDMI cable, wall mount guide, wall mount brackets, holder screws, screws M5 x L55 and screw anchors. The drawing marks quantities that are not clear enough to store.

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

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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Accessories included in box: Wall mount kit.

HDMI cable included

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.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Accessories included in box: HDMI cable. The user guide shows it as an HDMI to micro HDMI cable.5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Checking the components lists an HDMI to micro HDMI cable.

Optical cable included

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.

No5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026The soundbar has no optical input (the Australian and UK pages list Optical In 0) and the components list shows no optical cable.

General

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Series

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.

S-Series1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-zaRead 20 October 2026Page title S-Series 3.1.2 Soundbar with Subwoofer HW-S800D.

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

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.

HW-S800D/ZA, HW-S801D/ZA1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-zaRead 20 October 2026The Sound Bar Series selector lists HW-S700D/ZA, HW-S800D/ZA and HW-S801D/ZA. HW-S801D/ZA is the white version of this model.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S801D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Samsung US spec sheet for HW-S801D/ZA.

GTIN / EAN

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887276823942, 8872768239592Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026UPC CODE 887276823942 for HW-S800D/ZA.3Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S801D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026UPC CODE 887276823959 for HW-S801D/ZA.

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

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.

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Status

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Available1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-zaRead 20 October 2026The page offers the soundbar with an Add to cart button. The page offer data reads in stock at 649.99 USD and the page shows a 999.99 USD list price on 2026-10-20.

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.

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.

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

$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.

From $899.991Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-zaRead 20 October 20263Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S801D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 20266Reviewtechlicious.com/review/samsung-hw-s800d-ultra-slim-soundbar-reviewRead 20 October 2026

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.

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.

US1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-zaRead 20 October 2026US store page and US spec sheets, model codes ending in /ZA.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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

Black, White1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-zaRead 20 October 2026Color selector: Black for HW-S800D/ZA and White for HW-S801D/ZA. Samsung Australia names the black finish Titan Black.

Links

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Product page

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

www.samsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-za1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/audio-devices/soundbar/ultra-slim-3-1-2ch-wireless-dolby-atmos-soundbar-w-q-symphony-sku-hw-s800d-zaRead 20 October 2026

Spec sheet

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static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HW-S800D_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 20 October 2026Samsung US spec sheet for HW-S800D/ZA, 2 pages, hosted by a retailer.

Manual

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

org.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspx5Owner's manualorg.downloadcenter.samsung.com/downloadfile/ContentsFile.aspxRead 20 October 2026Samsung Canada user guide for HW-S800D, HW-S801D, HW-S700D and HW-S701D, 28 pages in English and 28 in French, file dated 2024-04-05. Headings marked HW-S80*D apply to this model.

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.

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Both are also in the API. Back to all soundbars.