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The Samsung HW-Q990H is a flagship 11.1.4-channel soundbar system built for immersive home theater sound. It combines a 7.0.2-channel soundbar, wireless rear speakers and a compact dual 8-inch subwoofer. Dolby Atmos, Eclipsa Audio, Q-Symphony, SpaceFit Sound Pro and AI-powered sound optimization enhance movies, music and games, while HDMI 2.1 connectivity supports 4K video passthrough at up to 120Hz.
| Specification | Samsung HW-Q990H |
|---|---|
| System | Soundbar + Wireless Subwoofer + 2 Rear Speakers |
| Channels | 11.1.4 |
| Speakers | 23 |
| Main Soundbar | 7.0.2-channel |
| Rear Speakers | 4.0.2-channel |
| Subwoofer | Wireless, dual 8-inch active drivers |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | Yes |
| Eclipsa Audio | Yes |
| DTS:X | Yes |
| HDMI Inputs | 2x HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI Output | 1x HDMI eARC |
| Video Passthrough | 4K/120Hz |
| HDR Passthrough | HDR10+ |
| Optical Input | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Q-Symphony | Yes |
| SpaceFit Sound Pro | Yes |
| Adaptive Sound | Yes |
| Active Voice Amplifier Pro | Yes |
| Sound Elevation | Yes |
| AI Dynamic Bass Control | Yes |
| Auto Volume | Yes |
| Game Mode Pro | Yes |
| Color | Titan Black |
Expert Reviews
Reviewed on 15 Sep, 2026
These niggles are all pretty small, anyway, compared to everything the Q990H does right, ensuring that it continues Samsung’s reign at the top of the single-package surround sound soundbar world.
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