ZDNET's key takeaways The Samsung HW-Q990F home entertainment system is available for $2,000, including a soundbar, external subwoofer, and two rear speakers.
The Q990F is packed with software features, plenty of audio modes, and delivers big, room-filling sound.
There aren't many substantial upgrades over last year's model, leaving no urgency to upgrade. $1,597.99 at Amazon $1,599.99 at Samsung $1,597.99 at Walmart more buying choices
For a limited time, Samsung is selling the HW-Q990F soundbar for $400 (or 20%) off, making it a fantastic deal.
Adding a soundbar to your TV can greatly improve your watching experience, providing fuller, louder, and more immersive sound to complement your shiny, new TV. However, adding rear speakers and a subwoofer can turn your soundbar and TV combo into an immersive home theater.
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Samsung's flagship soundbar, the HW-Q990F, comes with two rear speakers and a subwoofer, and includes a stellar lineup of home entertainment's most star-studded features. I gave up my beloved Sonos Arc Ultra system for two weeks to spend some time with Samsung's newest soundbar, and here's what you should know before making a purchase.
Coming from last year's model, the Q990F soundbar's exterior received a slight redesign, as the coloring is a softer black-grey color instead of pure black. The Q990F's external subwoofer is also more compact, with Samsung opting for a cubed design instead of a taller rectangular shape.
The Q990F is a large and imposing soundbar; it's recommended for TVs 60 inches or larger, and its large stature does equate to big, room-filling sound. Despite its larger size, the Q990F has a sleek and modern design, sure to fit in with your home decor.
I paired the Q990F system with Samsung's 2025 QN90F Neo QLED 4K TV, and the two make a wonderful pair. Although you don't need one of Samsung's latest TVs to get the most out of the Q990F, some features, like Q-Symphony, can be unlocked only with a compatible Samsung TV.
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