Samsung

Samsung Q990C Soundbar

A strong pick in the soundbars line-up, with 11.1.4 up front.

76/100
Very good
Overall score · how we rate
11.1.4656 W5.0Alexa
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Why we rate it

  • Dolby Atmos
  • DTS:X
  • Subwoofer included
  • Above-average total power
  • No rear speakers included
  • Below-average sub size
Score profile

Where the Samsung Q990C Soundbar wins and loses

Scored against the soundbars class
ChannelsAudioSubwooferPortsFeatures7790789090
Channels and drivers
77
Audio formats
90
Subwoofer
78
Ports and inputs
90
Features
90
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Channels and drivers

Channels11.1
Total power656 W

Audio formats

Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes

Subwoofer

Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes
Sub size8 "

Ports and inputs

HDMI eARCYes
Bluetooth5

Features

Voice assistantAlexa
Room correctionYes
App controlYes

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Head to head

Samsung Q990C Soundbar vs Samsung Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar

Highlighted cell = better in that row
ChannelsAudioSubwooferPortsFeatures
Samsung Q990C SoundbarSamsung HW-Q990F Soundbar
 SamsungSamsung Q990C SoundbarThis pageSamsungSamsung HW-Q990F Soundbar
Overall score76 /10076 /100
Channels11.111.1
Max power656 W656 W
Who it's for

Is the Samsung Q990C 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 Q990C Soundbar worth it?

For most buyers, yes. It scores 76/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.

What stands out on the Samsung Q990C Soundbar?

Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Samsung HW-Q990B?

The Samsung HW-Q990B scores 77/100 versus this one at 76/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.