MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 vs Samsung HW-S801D
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Choosing between the MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 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.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 scores higher in form factor. The Samsung HW-S801D leads in value, room fit. They score similarly in ease of use.
These soundbars differ in channel configurations of 3.0 vs 3.1.2, and only the Samsung HW-S801D includes Dolby Atmos support. Atmos support and included subwoofer can significantly impact the immersive experience.
These two Soundbar options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Config | 3.0 | 3.1.2 |
| Total Power (RMS) | — | 330W |
| Driver Count | 9 | 10 |
| Freq Response Low | 120Hz | — |
| Freq Response High | 25000Hz | — |
| Passive | Yes | No |
| Dolby Atmos | No | 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 | No | 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 | No | Yes |
| BT Version | — | 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | No | 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 | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
- Driver Count: MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 at 9 vs Samsung HW-S801D at 10
- Channel Config: MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 at 3.0 vs Samsung HW-S801D at 3.1.2
- Total Power (RMS): MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 at — vs Samsung HW-S801D at 330W
- Freq Response Low: MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 at 120Hz vs Samsung HW-S801D at —
- Freq Response High: MartinLogan Motion SLM X3 at 25000Hz vs Samsung HW-S801D at —
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