This soundbar presents the best quality/price ratio in our comparison

The Samsung HW-Q800C is a 5.1.2 channel soundbar compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. It includes all the characteristics of its predecessor HW-Q800B and only provides compatibility with the Q-Symphony 3.0 functionality.

Perfectly identical to its predecessor HW-Q800B, the Samsung HW-Q800C still offers honorable performance with breathtaking power and an immersive soundstage, which however still lacks a little precision. If you are the lucky owner of an HW-Q800B, this HW-Q800C is of no interest. On the other hand, if you are looking for a high-performance soundbar, equally at home with cinematic, musical and video game content, it will delight you.

Strong points

• Homogeneous and balanced sound reproduction.
• Side surround effects accurately reproduced.
• Absolutely incredible sound power.
• Remarkable subwoofer (responsiveness, precision, power).
• Careful design.

Weak points

• Slightly messy elevation effects.
• Tiny display, no interface on the TV.
• Does not support 4K/120Hz streams and VRR.

The second best quality/price ratio

Sennheiser never ceases to amaze us with its soundbars. Despite its small size, the Ambeo Soundbar Mini surprises with its ability to reproduce a wide and very immersive soundstage. It benefits from precise and controlled sound reproduction which allows it to be equally at ease with musical and cinematographic content. Its great versatility and the abundant number of connected features are also serious assets that almost make you forget the poverty of on-board connectivity. Ultimately, the Ambeo Soundbar Mini has no reason to be ashamed of larger soundbars and stands out as the queen of compact soundbars.