Samsung
Samsung HW-Q990B Soundbar
The Samsung HW-Q990B Soundbar lands as a strong soundbar, built around 11.1.4.
77/100
11.1.4656 W5.0Alexa
£749best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- DTS:X
- Subwoofer included
- Above-average total power
- No rear speakers included
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Samsung HW-Q990B Soundbar wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels11.1
Total power656 W
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes
Subwoofer
Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI eARCYes
Bluetooth5
Features
Voice assistantAlexa
Room correctionYes
App controlYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung HW-Q990B Soundbar vs Samsung Samsung Q990F Soundbar
Samsung HW-Q990B SoundbarSamsung Q990F Soundbar
| SamsungSamsung HW-Q990B SoundbarThis page | SamsungSamsung Q990F Soundbar | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 77 /100 | 77 /100 |
| Channels | 11.1 | 11.1 |
| Max power | 656 W | 656 W |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung HW-Q990B Soundbar right for you?
Buy it if
Made for keen listeners
Listeners who care how it sounds who want a soundbar that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need rear speakers included, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
excellent
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Samsung HW-Q990B Soundbar worth it?
For most buyers, yes. It scores 77/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Samsung HW-Q990B Soundbar?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the LG S70TR Soundbar?
The LG S70TR Soundbar scores 78/100 versus this one at 77/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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