Samsung HW-Q800C vs Samsung HW-Q800D

The Samsung HW-Q800C and the Samsung HW-Q800D have extremely similar performance and feature sets, with only minor tweaks made to the 2024 model. They have an almost identical design, using sleek plastic and mesh. They're both 5.1.2 bars compatible with Dolby Atmos and come with some proprietary Samsung features, like Q-symphony—which works with compatible Samsung TVs to produce a more immersive sound. While both bars can passthrough 4k signals at 60Hz, they lack HDMI 2.1 compatibility, which those with current-gen gaming consoles may miss. Otherwise, the only notable differences are that the Q800D now features built-in Chromecast support that's not region-locked and Bluetooth version 5.2. If these extra features aren't important to you, it's worth picking up the previous generation when it goes on sale.