Samsung
Samsung HW-Q990C
The Samsung HW-Q990C lands as a solid mid-range soundbar, built around 11.1.4.
61/100
11.1.4Alexa
£749best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Dolby Atmos
- HDMI eARC
- No dts:x
- No subwoofer included
Score profile
Scored against the soundbars classWhere the Samsung HW-Q990C wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Channels and drivers
Channels11.1
Audio formats
Dolby AtmosYes
Ports and inputs
HDMI eARCYes
Features
Voice assistantAlexa
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowSamsung HW-Q990C vs OXS OXS S5
Samsung HW-Q990COXS S5
| SamsungSamsung HW-Q990CThis page | OXSOXS S5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 61 /100 | 61 /100 |
| Channels | 11.1 | 3.1 |
Who it's for
Is the Samsung HW-Q990C right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable soundbar for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need dts:x, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.
Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
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-Q990C worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 61/100 against other soundbars, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 67.
What stands out on the Samsung HW-Q990C?
Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the OXS Thunder Pro+ Gaming Soundbar?
The OXS Thunder Pro+ Gaming Soundbar scores 62/100 versus this one at 61/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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