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Best for Gaming
Samsung HW-Q990D
Better Sound Quality
Samsung HW-Q990F
Best for Movies
Samsung HW-Q990F
Best Smart Features
Samsung HW-Q990F
Best Value
Samsung HW-Q990D
Samsung’s HW-Q990D and HW-Q990F are both premium flagship soundbars designed for users who want a true home theatre experience without a complicated speaker setup. Both models offer immersive 11.1.4 channel surround sound, wireless Dolby Atmos support, rear speakers, and powerful subwoofers. The newer HW-Q990F improves on several areas with higher RMS output, updated Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity, refined voice clarity enhancements, and better room calibration. Meanwhile, the HW-Q990D still remains an excellent option for gamers and movie lovers thanks to its 4K 120Hz passthrough support, rich codec compatibility, and strong smart connectivity features.
Verdict
The Samsung HW-Q990F is the better overall choice for buyers looking for the latest premium cinematic audio experience with stronger output power, smarter room optimization, and cleaner dialogue performance. It suits users focused on movies, streaming, and smart home integration. The HW-Q990D is still a fantastic pick for gaming enthusiasts and users who specifically want 4K 120Hz passthrough support alongside powerful Dolby Atmos surround performance at potentially better value.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | 128635.59 |
136929.06 |
| Brand | Samsung |
Samsung |
| Model No | HW-Q990D |
HW-Q990F |
| Wired / Wireless | Home Theatre Speaker Specification |
Home Theatre Speaker Specification |
| Driver Type | Dynamic |
Dynamic |
| Driver Diameter | 25.4 mm 127 mm |
NA |
| Impedance | NA |
NA |
| Sensitivity | NA |
NA |
| Frequency Response | 120 Hz |
20 KHz |
| Maximum Power Input | NA |
NA |
| Maximum Power Output | 656 W ( RMS ) Center Speaker Up-Firing Speaker Side-Firing Speaker Number of Speaker 22 Front Wide-Firing Speaker Wireless Subwoofer Included Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 11.1.4 |
756 W ( RMS ) Center Speaker Up-Firing Speaker Side-Firing Speaker Number of Speaker 23 Front Wide-Firing Speaker Wireless Subwoofer Included Surround Sound Channel Configuration : 11.1.4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | NA |
NA |
| Noise Cancelling | ||
| Aux Connectivity | No |
No |
| Weight | Set Weight : 22.81 Kg Subwoofer : 11.70 Kg Rear Speaker : 3.40 Kg Main Speaker : 7.71 Kg Shipping Weight : 28.21 Kg |
Subwoofer : 8.30 Kg Rear Speaker : 3.40 Kg Main Speaker : 7.30 Kg Shipping Weight : 25.08 Kg |
| Dimensions | Packing Size : 1308.1 mm X 594.36 X 276.86 mm Rear Speaker : 127 mm X 200.66 mm X 139.7 mm Sub Woofer : 218.44 mm X 411.48 mm X 408.94 mm Main Speaker : 1231.9 mm X 68.58 mm X 137.16 mm |
Main Speaker : 1231.9 mm X 71.12 mm X 137.16 mm Rear Speaker : 129.54 mm X 203.2 mm X 139.7 mm Sub Woofer : 248.92 mm X 254 mm X 248.92 mm One Packing : 1308.1 mm X 424.18 X 297.18 mm |
| Available Colors | Black |
Black |
| Accessories | Samsung HW-Q990D Home Theatre Speaker HDMI Cable Rubber Foot Remote Controller Wall Mount Bracket Battery For Remote Controller |
Samsung HW-Q990F Home Theatre Speaker Remote Controller Wall Mount Bracket |
| Other Features | Voice Feature : Bixby Built-In, Alexa Built-In & Works With Google. Sound Modes : Surround Sound expansion, Game Pro, Standard, Adaptive Sound. Video Features : Wi-Fi, 4K Video Pass-120Hz,HDR 10+, Wireless Frequency Band-2.4/5GHz & Wi-Fi Spec-802.11ac. Special Features : Roon Tested, Wall Mounting, Compatible Rear Speaker-Inbox, Compatible Wireless Subwoofer-Inbox, Farfield Voice Expansion For TV, Smart Things App, Shop Mode & POP Label. Connectivity : 2 HDMI In, 1 HDMI Out, HDMI eARC, HDMI CEC, Bluetooth Power On, Auto Power Link, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Bluetooth, AirPlay, USB Only For Service & Digital Audio Input ( Optical ). Free Installation: Samsung Installation Team will contact you for Demo/Installation within 24-48 hours of delivery or at the delivery schedule chosen by you at the time of placing an order to confirm the Service request. Contact us within 72 hours of delivery if you miss our service call. Audio Features : Wireless Dolby ATMOS, Multi Position Rear Speaker, Auto AV Sync, Dolby ATMOS Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus, DTS:X DTS-HD HRA DTS-HD MA DTS Express DTS 5.1Ch, Wireless Rear Speaker included, Wide Range Tweeter, Night Mode, Hi-Res Audio Decoding, LPCM-Multi Channel, SpaceFit Sound Pro, Voice Enhance Mode, Active Voice Amplifier, Private Rear Sound & Sound Grouping. |
Sound Modes : Surround Sound expansion, Game Pro, Standard, Adaptive Sound. Connectivity : HDMI In : 2, HDMI Out : 1, HDMI ARC : Yes eARC, HDMI CEC : Optical In : 1. Voice Feature : Works With Google Home, Alexa, Bixby, AirPlay, Tap Sound, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, Wireless Dolby ATMOS, Roon Ready, Tidal Connect. Catch Every Word Without Distractions : Automatically emphasizes voices based on background noise in your room, so you can skip the rewind and never miss a word of dialogue. Smart Ways To Connect To Your Device : Connect your devices and control everything with our soundbar that integrates your favorite voice assistants and smart services, like Alexa**** built-in, Googlecast*****, Airplay 2 ****** and more. Legendary 3D Sound That Comes From Around And Above You Without Messy Cables : Surround yourself in legendary Dolby Atmos 3D sound with or without an HDMI cable. Hear every distinct beat and pulse above and around you, just like in the movies.* Fully Immersive, Cinematic Audio That Surrounds You From All Directions : Delivers sound from every angle with 11 front and surround channels including rear speakers, 1 subwoofer channel and 4 up-firing channels for a truly immersive experience. Sound Calibrated Perfectly For Your Space Using The Soundbar Mic : Enjoy stunning sound automatically calibrated to your room using sensors embedded into the soundbar. It analyzes your space and adjusts the audio even optimizing bass for clear sound and immersion. Samsung Tv And Soundbar Speakers Work Together For A More Robust, Nuanced Sound : Provides a more immersive sound experience with Samsung TV and Soundbar speakers working together for more robust and nuanced sound.** With compatible AI TVs***, it enhances audio for even more clarity. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which product is better for gaming?
Samsung HW-Q990D is better for gaming because it supports 4K 120Hz video passthrough along with Game Pro sound mode for immersive gameplay audio.
Does Samsung HW-Q990D support Dolby Atmos?
Yes, the Samsung HW-Q990D supports Wireless Dolby Atmos along with DTS:X for a cinematic surround sound experience.
Which soundbar has higher audio output power?
The Samsung HW-Q990F delivers higher RMS output at 756W compared to 656W on the HW-Q990D.
Is the Samsung HW-Q990F better for dialogue clarity?
Yes, the HW-Q990F includes enhanced voice optimization features that automatically emphasize dialogue based on room noise conditions.
Do both soundbars include rear speakers and subwoofers?
Yes, both models include wireless rear speakers and a wireless subwoofer with 11.1.4 channel surround sound setup.
Which model is better for Samsung TVs?
Samsung HW-Q990F works exceptionally well with compatible Samsung AI TVs using improved sound synchronization and adaptive audio features.
Top Differences
- Sound Output: 656W vs 756W
- Channels: 656 vs 756
- Bluetooth Version: 5.2 vs 5.3
- Frequency Response: 120 Hz vs 20 KHz