Rated 5 out of
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DTHlord from
Excellent for home theaters and gaming setups.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Delivers full Dolby Atmos and DTS:X experience with real overhead and surround effects.
Clear separation between front side and height channels.
The subwoofer produces deep punchy bass without distortion.
Balanced low frequencies even at high volume.
Advanced Features
HDMI 2.1 ports (supports 4K/120Hz passthrough).
eARC support.
SpaceFit Sound Pro auto-calibration to adapt to your room.
Q-Symphony syncs perfectly with Samsung TVs for unified sound.
Easy setup and cable-free connection for rear channels.
Excellent for Movies, Music, and Games
Wide soundstage, crisp dialogue, and powerful cinematic impact.
Date published: 2025-10-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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Erniejade from
Great sound in my room
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The soundbar sounds fantastic in my 20x18 room. Plenty of bass even with the subwoofer level at 0. The dual 8" subwoofer is also more musical than previous generations. Fast, sharp, quick snap on the bass.
For movies, it gets loud enough for my tastes with plenty of rumble. I also love the in private listening for late night since I am in a townhouse and don't want to bug the people next door.
My only wish is the lcd was bigger to see what mode your in when you don't have your cellphone around and can see it in the app.
The app, so far has been flawless. Lots of things you can customize in the app.
I also like this has wifi and I can use Tidal connect. I only wish it took Qobuz connect as well.
Despite the 2 small things that I wish it had, it's a wonderful sounding unit that works great in my room. I am not saying this will work in your room since each rooms acoustics are different and room size and shape will also play a part.
Date published: 2025-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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IvyRose from
Very slick and easy to use
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For streaming movies and games. Sound is very clear and does not echo. Very well built
Date published: 2025-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Contestreviewer from
Very nice.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Easy setup and sounds great!
It just works for it's intended use.
It's not able to rock the neighborhood BUT it can rock the living room.
Date published: 2025-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Cinema Sound, Gaming Thrill — Q990F Delivers Both
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Q990F soundbar is impressive in every detail. The subwoofer is cleverly designed, delivering powerful bass while taking up very little space. The new grill-top design looks premium, and setup was extremely simple. With the SmartThings app, control is straightforward and user-friendly.
My son especially loves playing Donkey Kong Bananza on the Switch 2 — the game is all about smashing and crashing, and the subwoofer really brings out that raw impact. The deep bass makes every strike feel heavy and thrilling, perfectly highlighting the punchy gameplay. Even better, thanks to low-latency performance over eARC, the game feels perfectly responsive without needing passthrough connections — an ideal setup for gaming.
Date published: 2025-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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William from
The Q Series 2025 package feels premium from the s
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Q Series 2025 package feels premium from the start. The soundbar itself is sleek and slim enough to sit under most 55”–75” TVs without blocking the screen. The brushed matte finish resists fingerprints, while the wireless rear speakers and subwoofer are compact enough to blend into a modern living room. Setup is intuitive—wireless pairing worked flawlessly out of the box.
Date published: 2025-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Annamarie97 from
Great product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thank you you're great I love this product. I would buy it again!
Date published: 2025-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kam3thyst from
The sound is amazing, feels & sounds like your in
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Helps me zone out into the ascetic and sound it gives and I recommend this product to all interested or not, 10 out of 10.
Date published: 2025-10-02
Rated 5 out of
5
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Qqg990 from
Great Sound Quality
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This soundbar has completely changed the way that I watch TV. It’s like having a permanent movie theatre in our living room, but even better because 90% of the theatres I’ve been in don’t have surround sound capabilities.
Date published: 2025-10-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Ilovetoshop from
Best product ever purchased
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As a home theater enthusiast, I've explored numerous sound bar options, and without a doubt, the Samsung sound bar speaker set stands out from the competition. Its unparalleled audio clarity and immersive surround sound capabilities redefine the cinematic experience within the confines of your living room. The sleek design seamlessly integrates with any decor, while the intuitive controls make operation effortless for any user. Furthermore, the deep bass and crystal-clear highs create an unmatched auditory sensation.
Date published: 2025-10-01
Rated 5 out of
5
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Jenluvsyou from
This speaker system is incredible!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For just your great audio pleasure this system is awesome especially from this brand. I trust like no other. Surround sound and base is like theater fun! Samsung is an awesome brand. I would have want to have any other way. Our family owns over 20 products of Samsung at least! Thanks Samsung!
Date published: 2025-09-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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Soundsawesome from
Great performance & EZ set up.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This system was so easy to install & set up and the sound is great. The integration with the Samsung S95D TV is excellent. I specifically picked this system for its use of Bluetooth and no speaker wires used.
Date published: 2025-09-26
Rated 5 out of
5
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Great1 from
The sound is simply amazing!!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I set-up the system, which was very easy to do and the sound is simply amazing!!!
Date published: 2025-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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Sam2Sung from
The Ultimate Audio Companion for My LG G5 OLED
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Rating: 5/5 Stars
This Q Series 11.1.4ch soundbar system (likely the HW-Q990F) is the final piece of the puzzle for my home theater setup. I bought it specifically to pair with my new LG G5 OLED TV, and the result is a truly world-class audiovisual experience. While the G5's picture quality is stunning, the built-in audio is, as expected, no match for this behemoth of a sound system.
Immersive Audio for a Premium TV:
The pairing with the LG G5, connected via HDMI eARC, was seamless. While I miss out on Samsung's proprietary Q-Symphony, the soundbar’s native Dolby Atmos performance is so phenomenal it makes up for it. The sheer number of channels, especially the up-firing and side-firing drivers in the bar and rear satellites, creates a complete, cohesive 3D sound bubble. Watching action movies is a transformative experience—helicopters genuinely sound like they are flying overhead, and rain seems to fall from the ceiling. The spacious soundstage perfectly complements the G5's massive, punchy OLED picture.
The Subwoofer Upgrade is Real:
Past Q-series subs have been good, but the redesigned subwoofer in this 2025 model is fantastic. It’s tight, powerful, and delivers genuinely room-shaking bass without sounding boomy or muddy. Dialogue is consistently clear, even in the most chaotic scenes, thanks to the dedicated center channel and excellent audio processing.
Date published: 2025-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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ToeKneeC from
Soundbar Q990F
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was an upgrade from another major competitors soundbar. I was blown way even it came alive. The bass is clean yet powerful. The wireless rear speakers are where it’s at. They keep me thinking there’s someone talking behind me. Impressive soundbar. It outperformed my expectations of its capability. Leaving me curious of its full capabilities. Still haven’t opened it wide open as loud as it gets. Haven’t needed to. I 100% recommend this soundbar to anyone who is into home theater. It’s definitely worth the investment.
Date published: 2025-09-22
Rated 5 out of
5
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listening2Samsung from
Great dimensional sound
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The added clarity of dialog helps tremendously. Sounds great and adds some realism to movies.
Date published: 2025-09-21
Rated 5 out of
5
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KempoKid821 from
Hands down, the BEST SOUND BAR in its class
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I already own the Q950A sound bar and it sounds GREAT! I added the Q990F to a different room and this system is INCREDIBLE! I did realize they could improve so dramatically. The new Subwoofer is AMAZING! Although its smaller, the sound vibrates the sitting area. Definitely a theater-like experience!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
Date published: 2025-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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Love2Listen from
Wonderful sound experience
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Used for movies, TV, and SirusXM music. Still experimenting with the surround speaker on stands to find the best position and height behind seating in the room. The sub-woofer bass is rich but mellow. Adaptive sound works well and compliments the media content in the room. Overall very happy with the setup, price, delivery, and performance.
Date published: 2025-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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John1111954 from
I’ve never had a tv with such a great picture.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great for streaming live events especially sports.
Date published: 2025-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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Sk13211 from
Amazing Sound
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I would not have expected any less from Samsung. The sound is great l. The wireless works seamless with my Samsung TV.
Date published: 2025-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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Blagd47 from
Great Sound
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This soundbar replaced a Bose 5.1 surround sound system.
I am getting better surround sound with this soundbar for a lot less money.
I'm extremely pleased with the rich tones this soundbar produces. The full bass immersion is unbelievable from a soundbar.
I am very happy with this product!
Date published: 2025-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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Desoxsin from
I love this sound bar and system!!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I upgraded my Sonos to this Samsung sound system and HOLY MOLLY what a huge difference. I put the sub under my bed and got the wireless satellite speakers on the back wall. Music is a whole new experience and movies are amazing. If you get the opportunity. I highly recommend this system to add to your TV!
Date published: 2025-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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Waynerf4 from
BIG Sound Soundbar
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased this soundbar alone with the Samsung QN75QN800 8k tv for a upgrade of a rack 7.2 channel system that took up a lot of space. The sound from the soundbar is louder at high volume and at low volume it is easier to hear which was a problem with the rack Onkyo system. Don't get me wrong, the Onkyo system is great for action movies but was hard to hear in a normal listening mode like for news or a documentary show unless to turn the volume up. Im glade I made the switch..love the soundbar 110% and recommend it to anyone who is looking for a top notch soundbar, Samsung is the best.
Date published: 2025-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5
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nvnj56 from
Soundbar that elevates audio
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Q Series 11.1.4ch soundbar system transforms home audio with incredible surround sound, room-filling bass, and crisp dialogue. Movies and music both sound amazing, and the rear speakers really add to the immersion. Setup was simple, and the wireless connections stayed strong. The premium build and plenty of features make it a truly impressive package, especially for anyone wanting a cinematic experience at home.
Date published: 2025-09-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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Niko1701 from
Great Quality with great sound
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love enjoying the quality of the speakers.
I am a fan of video games, and with the sound effects of the speakers, it brings my games to the next level.
Watching movies is like I am in the cinema.
I start dancing when playing my favorite songs. You can enjoy every single beat.
Date published: 2025-09-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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Vperikala from
Great quality
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Sounds great for movies and games.
Highly recommended
Date published: 2025-09-15
Rated 5 out of
5
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AngelM from
BIG, BOLD but clear home theater sound. In a bar!
After over two decades of owning and using a large, tower speaker-based 5.1 surround sound system as my primary home theater setup, I’ve replaced all that imposing gear with this Samsung Q990F soundbar system on 9/9/2025. The “old” 5.1 system consisted of Paradigm Studio 100 v.4 tower speakers, a matching Paradigm Studio CC690 center channel (HUGE center channel), Paradigm surrounds, and an SVS 12” sealed subwoofer, a few years newer than the Paradigm system.
That system was simply fantastic for movies, concert Blu-rays, and two-channel music. However, a key difference between my Paradigm system and the Q990F lies in two-channel sound staging and imaging. The Paradigm system excelled in this regard when properly set up in the room, projecting a large, deep, and detailed soundstage that the Q990F simply cannot match.
This is to be expected, given the different objectives of the respective speaker designs and types, as well as the overall size of the speakers. The two separate towers separated by about 9 feet between them provided enough space to recreate a convincing soundstage. A one-panel speaker of any type simply won’t keep up in that regard due to physics.
All that said, the Q990F does sound good with music, but it’s not “great” compared to my Paradigm system, especially in the areas mentioned above. Now, let’s talk about movies in TrueHD and Atmos… WOW! I’m impressed! It’s loud, clear, thumpy but not lumpy, slow or tubby, and in this arena, I didn’t miss my Paradigm system at all. For such a small subwoofer, there’s a very good amount of LFE thunder. While it doesn’t punch as hard and isn’t quite as nimble as the SVS 12” sub it replaced, I’m surprised as to how good it is. For its compact size, the Q990F delivers a punchy and immersive audio experience that truly enhances the theater atmosphere. However, as with any audio system, proper placement in the room is crucial. Since I’ve already optimized the placement of my speakers during the installation of the Paradigm system, I knew the ideal spot for the subwoofer in my theater room. This setup undoubtedly allows the Q990F to deliver its best performance, and it does.
Installing the Q990F yesterday was a breeze. The setup and installation process were straightforward and hassle-free. While you’ll need to download the SmartThings app and add the Q990F to it, this step was a breeze, and there were no issues. My experience was truly “plug and play.” I simply placed the components in their designated locations, plugged everything in, downloaded the SmartThings app, added the Q990F, the speakers, and the subwoofer to the soundbar through the app, and I was up and running in a relatively short amount of time. Thankfully, I didn’t encounter any issues, and everything has been working flawlessly so far.
On a side note, I’m growing increasingly tired of constantly signing up for apps and websites to use products I’ve already purchased. I’ve bought and paid for these products, and I simply want to use them without being forced to sign up for additional apps or devices that I don’t need or want. I don’t use Google products and don’t have any other SmartThings devices in my home, so I don’t see the need for any more tracking or unnecessary complications. I understand that this is the age we live in, and companies are trying to capture our attention, but I’m growing increasingly disillusioned with this trend. It’s exhausting and ultimately unnecessary.
Ahem! Now then.. After setting up the Q990F and making a few minor adjustments to the settings to optimize the sound for my room, I played some test movie clips to enjoy the audio experience.
I began by watching a Mission Impossible clip from “Ghost Protocol” in TrueHD (not ATMOS) on Netflix. The desert sandstorm scene was particularly impressive. The sound was great and not far off from what I vaguely remember the experience being like on my much larger Paradigm system. The room filling sound with grains of sand sounds swirled around the room. While it wasn’t a 360 sound bubble since it wasn’t ATMOS, the sound did move around the room well and to the sides of me. I was impressed and probably the biggest compliment I can give the Q990F is that I just wanted to keep watching the movie because it sounded so good.
Next, I tried a couple of scenes from ‘Transformers Rise Of the Beasts’ in ATMOS via Netflix. Again, I was impressed with the overall size of the sound, but for some reason, it wasn’t as immersive as I had expected. It wasn’t even as immersive as the TrueHD sound from M.I. Ghost Protocol. Am I expecting too much from ATMOS? I adjusted some of the speaker levels in the SmartThings app, which helped a small degree, but I’m still not getting satisfying height effects like I thought I would. I’ll make further adjustments to see if I can boost the top firing speakers to assist in getting better height effects from ATMOS soundtracks. Even so, the movie did sound good, especially Optimus Prime and other bassy-voiced Transformers voices. They never became unintelligible and were always clear and easy to hear. I listened between the 30-55 volume settings, and 55 was good and loud in my room. Loud in a good way, like in a theater. Enjoyable.
I also noticed that the contrast between the loud and quiet sections of the movies was very well handled. The quiet scenes were appropriately hushed but still had atmosphere and clarity, while the loud scenes contained appropriately sized and clear bombast.
The remote control is clean and user-friendly. I use a Logitech Harmony Elite Universal Remote to control my devices, which helps me reduce the number of clickers I need to watch movies, YouTube videos, or other content. Once I set up the Harmony remote to control the Q990F, it functions perfectly. Although Harmony doesn’t currently have the Q990F in its database, it did have the previous model, Q990D, so I used that profile during set up, and it works. I haven’t encountered any compatibility issues either. I only have a TV (a 65-inch Panasonic Plasma via ARC, not eARC), an Apple TV 4K gen 4, and an Oppo BDP-95 Blu-ray player connected. Everything works as expected without any hiccups so far. It’s only been one day. I followed up the above-mentioned movie clips with some James Bond Blu-ray action, particularly the helicopter scene near the end of Skyfall. HOLY WOW! Yes! Prepare for IMPACT! I’m surprised my house is still standing. Bullets whizzing around my theater room, helicopter blades whooping about, CRASH! BANG! BOOM! with clarity, no less! The sound didn’t become a jumbled mess of noise, which can happen with smaller, less capable soundbars. What a ride! Well done, Samsung.
I understand that there might be soundbars that offer slightly better performance in specific areas compared to this bar. However, it would require listening to them side by side to notice any significant differences. Even if there were a superior overall soundbar, it might be more expensive or excel in only a few areas, while the Q990F may excel in others.
I acquired this soundbar at a great discount because the outer box had been damaged during handling. Fortunately, there was no damage to the internal hardware or the inner protective foam. Considering the price I paid, I can’t imagine any other soundbar at that cost coming close. Perhaps at twice the cost or more. Perhaps.
I also considered the Sennheiser Ambeo Max and Plus, but I was hesitant due to the lack of rear surrounds and, to a certain extent, the price, even though they were on sale at the time. I visited Best Buy and listened to the Sonos Arc Ultra, but I wasn’t impressed. It sounded ordinary. Perhaps it was the setup or the way it was placed, but I wasn’t satisfied.
I know that the Sonos Arc Ultra bar receives great reviews, especially when combined with Sonos Era 300s as surrounds and the Sonos Sub. However, this setup would significantly increase the overall price, potentially reaching or exceeding $2000.00. Considering the price I paid for the Q990F, I would have only gotten the Arc Ultra and would have had to spend extra for the surrounds and the sub.
I’m confident that properly set up, the Arc Ultra is a great system, but I’ll never know for sure. For now, I’m quite satisfied with the Q990F. Considering its overall performance in my room so far, I believe it’s a good value for the money.
I do wish Samsung would allow the addition of a second, or even up to four total subs to be connected to enhance the overall amount and linearity of the bass, however. Maybe down the line with a firmware update. I’m sure getting both subs to play nice together wirelessly wouldn’t be easy. Or maybe it would. Who knows? Speaking of firmware updates, of course there was one available for the Q990F once I got the SmartThings app up and running. I clicked “download and install” or whatever it actually said, the update process began and there were no problems during, nor after the update completed. I know there was a disastrous update issue in the past with a previous Q990 iteration that bricked some sound bars out there but I had no issues at all.
So, I think the Q990F is definitely worth the current $1499 or so price and if you can get it even cheaper, all the better.
Date published: 2025-09-10
Rated 5 out of
5
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cannislupis from
Excellent Surround Sound Experience
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The crowning jewel of my Samsung set, this soundbar system goes above and beyond in enhancing my experience while streaming, gaming, or casting music. 100% worth the investment.
Date published: 2025-09-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Samsung Dolby Atmos - Sound at its best.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bundled my Samsung TV purchase with Samsung’s home theatre.
I love the eARC option, it’s provides the best output. The overall surround and the crisp sound is a delight to hear. Me and my family always wait for the weekend movie nights marathons and enjoy theatre at home.
Date published: 2025-09-08
Rated 5 out of
5
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Wayner from
Excellent sound
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Paired this soundbar my my samsung 8k 75 inch tv and love it.
Date published: 2025-09-07
