LG M5-P4_H7 vs Samsung HW-S801D
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Choosing between the LG M5-P4_H7 and Samsung HW-S801D? Both compete in the Soundbar segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Samsung HW-S801D leads in value, form factor, room fit. They score similarly in ease of use.
These soundbars differ in channel configurations of 9.1.7 vs 3.1.2.
The Samsung HW-S801D holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the LG M5-P4_H7 may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
For most home theaters, the Samsung HW-S801D is the stronger choice — it leads in 3 of 4 scored dimensions. The LG M5-P4_H7 makes more sense if budget is the primary constraint.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
LG Immersive Quad Suite 5 with H7 Soundbar and four M5 Speakers, Dolby Atmos FlexConnect
Samsung Ultra-slim 3.1.2 Channel Dolby Atmos Smart Sound Bar with Bluetooth & Wireless Subwoofer - White,
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,819.95 | N/A |
| Channel Config | 9.1.7 | 3.1.2 |
| Total Power (RMS) | — | 330W |
| Driver Count | — | 10 |
| Freq Response Low | — | — |
| Freq Response High | — | — |
| Passive | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Digital+ | No | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | No | No |
| DTS:X | No | No |
| DTS Virtual:X | No | Yes |
| DTS-HD Master | No | No |
| Built-in Sub | No | No |
| Wireless Sub Included | No | Yes |
| Wireless Sub Support | No | Yes |
| Wireless Surround Support | No | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Inputs | 0 | 0 |
| HDMI Version | — | 2.1 |
| Optical Input | No | Yes |
| Analog Stereo In | No | No |
| Sub Pre-Out | No | No |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| BT Version | — | 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| AirPlay 2 | No | Yes |
| Chromecast | No | No |
| Spotify Connect | No | No |
| Voice Assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | |
| Room Calibration | — | SpaceFit Sound Pro |
| Dialog Enhancement | No | Yes |
| Night Mode | No | Yes |
| App Control | — | SmartThings |
| Wall Mountable | No | Yes |
Key Differences
- Channel Config: LG M5-P4_H7 at 9.1.7 vs Samsung HW-S801D at 3.1.2
- Total Power (RMS): LG M5-P4_H7 at — vs Samsung HW-S801D at 330W
- Driver Count: LG M5-P4_H7 at — vs Samsung HW-S801D at 10
- Dolby Digital+: LG M5-P4_H7 at No vs Samsung HW-S801D at Yes
- DTS Virtual:X: LG M5-P4_H7 at No vs Samsung HW-S801D at Yes
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how LG M5-P4_H7 and Samsung HW-S801D compare to the rest of the field.
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