Between the HW-S800D and Q85H Pro, the HW-S800D comes out ahead in several specs, while the Q85H Pro wins on total power and earc. Overall, the HW-S800D scores 53.8 and the Q85H Pro scores 70.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Q85H Pro is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 17.0 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The HW-S800D doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the Q85H Pro if you care most about total power and earc. Its strongest claims are total power, earc.
Both ship with comparable dolby atmos, subwoofer included, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Q85H Pro is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Samsung - HW-S800D wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why TCL - Q85H Pro wins
- ▲Total power — 78.79% more. 590 W vs 330 W.
- ▲Has eARC.
Spec comparison
Audio
| Spec | Samsung - HW-S800D | TCL - Q85H Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Channels | 3.1.2 | 5.1.2 |
| Total power | 330 W | 590 Wlead |
| Dolby Atmosⓘ | true | true |
| DTS:X | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung - HW-S800D | TCL - Q85H Pro |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI inputs | 0 | 1lead |
| eARCⓘ | false | truelead |
| Subwoofer included | true | true |
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