Samsung HW-Q990C

12 reviews

May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 reviews of Samsung HW-Q990C. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviews about the usability and soundstage are on the whole positive. The bass quality and sound are also mentioned favorably, but comments are divided on the price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Samsung HW-Q990C is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 98/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Ty Pendlebury (cnet.com)

Samsung HW-Q990C Soundbar Review: Great Dolby Atmos at a Premium Price

The HW-Q990C is Samsung's flagship soundbar and it includes most of the things people are looking for in a $1,000-plus speaker system. Those extras include Dolby Atmos and wireless streaming -- and even both at the same time. I've always believed that...

Superb sound for Atmos movies Class-leading music replay Excellent build quality

Expensive Limited inputs Display is hard to read

At the end of the discussion, it becomes a matter of how much money you want to spend. The Samsung sounds noticeably better than the Vizio Elevate, and it's better built too, but it's also a lot more expensive. The Samsung's price is currently reduced...

Nov, 2023

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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Samsung HW-Q990C 11.1.4-Channel Soundbar Review

The Samsung Q990C is an excellent soundbar that offers all of the benefits of the Q990B, our Editors' Choice winner for high-end soundbars last year. That's because the $1,899.99 Q990C is almost the same exact system, completely untouched except for...

Detailed, immersive 11.1.4-channel audio Powerful bass Supports Apple AirPlay and Spotify Connect Built-in Alexa voice control Q-Symphony support for compatible Samsung TVs

Expensive Only supports SBC codec for Bluetooth Minor upgrades from previous model

It Wasn't Broke, So No Major Fixes The Samsung Q990C is an excellent soundbar, which is unsurprising because it’s an almost completely unchanged version of the terrific Q990B. It doesn’t bring anything new to the table, though, and it’s pricier than...

Nov, 2023

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Expert review by : Ben Patterson (techhive.com)

Samsung HW-Q990C

Packing 22 drivers and 11.1.4 channels, Samsung's refreshed high-end soundbar follows in the footsteps of last year's version.

Big, immersive, yet detailed and subtle sound ; Syncs its audio with Samsung TVs ; SpaceFit Sound room correction ; AirPlay 2 and Spotify Connect support

No discrete volume for built-in Alexa ; Power cords for satellite speakers are too short ; Q-Symphony and wireless Dolby Atmos require a Samsung TV ; No Chromecast support

The HW-Q990C doesn’t offer many improvements over Samsung’s recent flagship soundbars, but it still delivers stellar audio performance and a bevy of features, particularly for Samsung TV owners.

Sep, 2023

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Expert review by : Nick Woodard (hometheaterreview.com)

Samsung HW-Q990C Soundbar Review - Cinematic Spectacle Samsung HW-Q990C Soundbar Review - Cinematic Spectacle

Samsung's latest flagship Soundbar is another Dolby Atmos powerhouse.

Fantastic sound ; Immersive Dolby Atmos ; Tons of Features ; Simple setup

Rear speaker cables are too short ; Small onboard display

It’s hard not to love Samsung’s newest flagship system. It sounds excellent, regardless of what type of content you send its way. It sets up (mostly) seamlessly, is easy to use, and is packed with useful features. If you can live with the annoyances of...

Apr, 2023

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Expert review by : John Archer (trustedreviews.com)

Samsung HW-Q990C Review

Samsung's flagship soundbars have earned a fearsome reputation, so hopefully the new Q990C can continue the peerless run of form

Outstandingly powerful ; Peerless ; Dolby Atmos ; staging ; Dolby Vision and HDR10+ pass through

Expensive for a soundbar ; No 4K/120Hz passthrough ; Subwoofer occasionally struggles with music

Samsung’s latest flagship soundbar doesn’t exactly reinvent the wheel – but then it doesn’t need to. And at least what improvements it does make are in all the right places.

Feb, 2024

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Expert review by : John Archer (techradar.com)

Samsung HW-Q990C review: the best Dolby Atmos soundbar experience on the planet

Unlike previous Samsung flagship soundbars, the Q990C doesn't deliver any design differences from its predecessor aside from sporting a slightly different color. However, a few new features make the Samsung HW-Q990C one of the best soundbars. For...

Exceptional power and range Uniquely complete surround sound 16 ‘real’ audio channels

No 4K 120Hz HDMI passthrough Bass issues with music Launch price isn't cheap

The Samsung HW-Q990C delivers the class-leading power and immersion that have long made Samsung’s flagship soundbars so special. It's an incredible home theater experience, where you're truly taken over by engrossing Dolby Atmos sound. It doesn’t move...

Jul, 2023

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Samsung HW-Q990C review: a fully-immersive soundbar experience

Samsung's latest flagship soundbar builds on the success of previous generations to deliver exceptional object-based sonics

Genuinely immersive sonic experience ; Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support ; Deep but controlled bass

No 4K/120Hz passthrough

This feature-packed and genuinely immersive soundbar powerhouse delivers Dolby Atmos and DTS:X object-based surround with enough cinematic scale to please even the most demanding movie fan. The subwoofer digs deep and is well integrated thanks to...

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Stephen Withers (expertreviews.co.uk)

Samsung HW-Q990C review: Still the most immersive soundbar, but now even smarter | Expert Reviews

Th Samsung HW-Q990C retains the all-conquering immersion of the previous generation, but adds a few new smart features

Staggeringly immersive soundstage ; Deep, powerful and controlled bass ; Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support

No 4K/120 and VRR passthrough

The Samsung HW-Q990C is a premium soundbar with a hefty price tag that offers superb sound quality and an incredibly engaging three-dimensional sonic experience. The presence and deep bass delivered by the rear speakers and subwoofer really help...

May, 2023