| Name | LG S80TR | Samsung HW-Q800D |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $699.99 | $999.99 |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 5.1.3 | 5.1.2 |
| Expandable up to: | - | 7.1.4 (add rears) |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 8: Bar: 1× full-range (center) + 3× upfiring, 2× racetrack driver woofer (left/right) Surrounds: 2× full-range (2 front) | 10: 10 speakers in bar total, details not specified |
| Tweeters - total | 2: 2× for left/right channel | unknown |
| Subwoofers | 1× 8.0″ (TBC) | 1× 8.0″ |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 580 W | 360 W |
| Frequency range | Not specified | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Yes | Yes |
| Surround sound? | Yes | Virtual |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | Wow Orchestra | Q-Symphony, Active Voice Amplifier |
| Sound calibration? | Yes, AI Room Calibration Pro | Yes, SpaceFit Sound Pro |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ✔ 1× HDMI 2.1 | ✔ 1× HDMI 2.0 |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A port? | ✔ | Service only |
| Other audio ports | ❌ | ❌ |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | LG Soundbar app | SmartThings App |
| Voice assistant? | Indirectly (no built-in mic) | Yes |
| Chromecast built-in? | ✔ | ✔ |
| AirPlay? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Yes (included) | Yes (included) |
| Wireless surrounds? | Yes (included) | Optional: max 2 surrounds: SWA-9500S |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar, 1× subwoofer, 2× surround | Soundbar, 1× subwoofer |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 100.0×63×13.5, 20.17×40.7×40.3 (subwoofer), 10.0×17.65×12.0 (each surround) | 110.7×6.04×12.0, 21.0×40.3×40.3 (subwoofer) |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 39.4×2.5×5.3, 7.9×16×15.9 (subwoofer), 3.9×6.9×4.7 (each surround) | 43.7×2.3×4.7, 8.2×15.8×15.8 (subwoofer) |
| Weight (kg): | 4.3, 10.0 (subwoofer), 2.34 (each surround) | 5.1, 9.8 (subwoofer), |
| Weight (lbs): | 9.9, 22.1 (subwoofer), 5.1 (each surround) | 11.2, 21.6 (subwoofer) |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with included wall bracket | Yes, with included wall mount kit |
| Color options: | Black | Black |
| Accessories in the box | HDMI cable, remote, wall mounting brackets | HDMI cable, remote, wall mounting kit |
| More info | ||
| Model number | S80TR | HW-Q800D/ZA |
| User guide / manual | Owner's Manual | User Guide |
| Official site link | LG.com | Samsung.com |
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